Invited Commentary
Commentary on "Pediatric Dyslipidemia: Recommendations for Clinical Management"
Abstract
Atherosclerosis, the underlying mechanism of diseases of the arterial system, including the coronary, carotid, cerebral, renal, and peripheral arteries, is the leading cause of mortality in adults in the United States.1,2 Premature atherosclerosis becomes symptomatic before 55 years of age; however, pathologic features of atherosclerosis can occur in early childhood and young adulthood. The risk factors for the development of cardiovascular disease in adulthood include cigarette smoking, lack of regular aerobic exercise, high blood pressure, dyslipidemia, obesity, diabetes and the metabolic syndrome, prenatal or genetic factors, and a clustering of these factors. Dyslipidemia is a significant risk factor; therefore, primary prevention for adult cardiac disease should begin in childhood.This content is limited to qualifying members.
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