High-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) has long been considered “good cholesterol,” with higher levels associated with lower cardiovascular (CV) risk. However, emerging evidence indicates that ...

DALLAS, Dec. 13, 2022 — High levels of lipoprotein(a), a type of “bad” cholesterol, may be associated with a 24% higher risk of cardiovascular disease among people who have hypertension, however, CVD ...

Share on Pinterest Cholesterol levels could be a good predictor of coronary artery disease risk. Olena Smyrnova/Stocksy Coronary artery disease is a serious but common type of heart disease that can ...

Higher lipoprotein(a) (Lp[a]) levels are associated with greater baseline coronary artery plaque burden and faster long-term plaque progression. Studies of Lp(a)-lowering therapies are underway.