Familial hypercholesterolaemia (FH) is a common autosomal-dominant disorder in most
European countries. Patients with FH are characterised by a raised level of low-density …

Abstract Purpose of Review Heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH) is the most
common monogenic autosomal dominant disorder. However, the condition is often …

There is a plausible association between shift work and cardiovascular disease (CVD),
which may be due to disruption of the circadian rhythm causing hormonal changes and …

Background We aimed to explore the predictive value of the carotid plaque score, compared
with the Systematic Coronary Risk Evaluation 2 (SCORE2) risk prediction algorithm, on …

Background and aims Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a common inherited disorder of
low density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C) metabolism. It is associated with higher risk of …

Background New data on extracranial carotid atherosclerosis are needed, as improved
ultrasound techniques may detect more atherosclerosis, the definition of plaque has …

Aims Data regarding the relationship between carotid plaque length (CPL) and coronary
artery disease (CAD) are lacking. This study aimed to assess the predictive value of CPL for …

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Pulsatility index (PI) in the middle cerebral
artery (MCA) is considered a measure of peripheral vascular resistance. Several established …

Background and aims Familial hypercholesterolaemia (FH) is characterised by a high, but
variable risk of premature coronary artery disease (CAD). Cardiac computed tomography …

Background and aims Statins reduce subclinical atherosclerosis and premature
atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) in patients with familial …