August 28, 2008

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Cholesterol Disorders Center   [ Home >  Cholesterol Disorders >  More  Related Items ]   CHOLESTEROL DISORDERS - NEWS CENTER Vytorin Misses the Mark July 29, 2008 Merck and Schering-Plough presented interim results of a clinical trial evaluating the effects of Vytorin on clinical outcomes in patients with aortic stenosis. Aggressive Cholesterol Control Benefits Bypass Patients May 28, 2008 Clinical studies have suggested that intensive lowering of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, the 'bad' cholesterol, benefits certain groups of patients with chronic diseases, such as diabetes. Cholesterol Drugs Reduce Blood Pressure April 21, 2008 Both high cholesterol and high blood pressure are risk factors for heart disease and stroke. Potential Benefits of Aggressive Cholesterol and Blood Pressure Control in Diabetics April 16, 2008 More news about cholesterol... Crestor May Improve Heart Disease April 15, 2008 In the past, research studies have shown that statin therapy can lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (sometimes referred to as 'bad cholesterol') and slow down the progression of coronary artery disease. Beans Really Are Good for You January 9, 2008 Apart from their musical impact, beans really are good for you - your cholesterol and cardiovascular system, that is. Agricultural researchers (who may have had a bean to grind) wanted to see whether consumption of beans altered colon chemistry in a direction that might lower the risk of colon cancer. They also measured blood lipids, and it turned out that these results were more interesting than the colon chemistry. Raised Cholesterol Not Linked to Stroke? December 10, 2007 This is a surprise. Oxford University researchers have done a meta-analysis of 61 international studies of cholesterol and cardiovascular deaths and published their findings in the journal Lancet. Improving Niacin for Lipid Lowering September 23, 2007 Before the advent of statins, the B-vitamin drug Niacin® (nicotinic acid) was a standby in attempts to raise HDL-cholesterol levels and lower triglyceride levels. A serious drawback, however, was the skin flushing produced by the drug, even with normal doses. At higher doses more severe side effects can occur, but the flushing was a problem that led many patients to drop the drug. So what is Optimal Medical Therapy for Stable Angina? April 11, 2007 The results of the COUIRAGE study, which we summarized very briefly on April 1 (no joke, though!), made it clear that coronary catheterization with placing of a stent was no better than 'optical medical therapy' in terms of heart attack or death in the next 5 years or so. Potential patients are now probably asking "what optimal therapy was actually used"? Here is what was given: New statin may help even those at low risk of heart disease March 30, 2007 Rosuvastatin halts early atherosclerosis, according to ultrasound study. One in four stroke patients still has high cholesterol March 2, 2007 Too many stroke patients have higher than recommended levels of cholesterol, according to new research. Benefits of garlic on cholesterol have been overstated February 27, 2007 Garlic does not lower cholesterol levels, according to a new study. New therapy for familial hypercholesterolemia reported January 17, 2007 Research has revealed a promising new approach to cholesterol lowering in familial hypercholesterolemia. Cholesterol guidelines are examined by scientific experts January 15, 2007 A new report looks at the different approaches to cholesterol restriction adopted in different countries. Research points way to new therapies for lowering triglycerides, cholesterol January 8, 2007 Heparan sulfate in liver plays role in keeping fat levels in blood down, according to animal study. The risk of pancreatitis is low with statins, but not zero January 3, 2007 Pancreatitis is a rare side effect of statin use, according to a new review. Statins reduce heart attack and stroke, but not overall death rate, in low-risk group November 29, 2006 Giving statins to those who don't have heart disease will lower their risk of heart attack and stroke, according to a new analysis. Experts think more of the population should be on statins November 10, 2006 Many more people may be able to benefit from taking statins to lower their cholesterol. Eat soy protein to control cholesterol October 6, 2006 Consumption of soy protein lowers total cholesterol and has a good impact on cholesterol profile overall. Statin treatment is important for heart attack survivors September 28, 2006 Early statin treatment improves the outcome for people who have had a heart attack. Statins have an effect on inflammation as well as cholesterol September 7, 2006 Statins reduce the inflammation that can lead to heart disease, according to a new trial. Statins may reduce cataract risk June 21, 2006 People on statins to lower their cholesterol are less likely to develop eye cataracts. Policosanol does not lower cholesterol May 23, 2006 A clinical trial suggests that the supplement policosanol does not have any significant impact on cholesterol profile. Statins do not reduce short term heart attack risk May 10, 2006 A review shows that beginning statins within 14 days of a heart attack does not reduce the risk of death during the next four months. The benefit of lowering cholesterol early in life March 31, 2006 New research shows that reduced cholesterol protects from heart disease later in life. Self testing is helpful for those on anticoagulant therapy February 7, 2006 A new study shows a better outcome if self testing is used to monitor anticoagulant therapy. Stress may raise cholesterol levels November 24, 2005 A new study suggests that exposure to stress over a period of time could result in elevated cholesterol levels. Pelvic fracture a risk for women having radiotherapy November 24, 2005 Older women having radiotherapy for cervical, rectal or anal cancer run a risk of pelvic fracture. Aggressive lowering of cholesterol prevents further heart attack November 21, 2005 Treatment of high cholesterol is beneficial to patients who have had a heart attack, according to a new study. Cholesterol-lowering drugs slow dementia progression November 18, 2005 A clinical trial shows benefit in statins when it comes to holding back Alzheimer's disease. Low sodium does not raise cholesterol October 2, 2003 Reducing the amount of sodium in your diet does not, contrary to some suggestions, raise blood cholesterol. Compound that lowers cholesterol found in red wine September 11, 2003 Red wine is a source of saponins, which can reduce cholesterol levels, according to a new study. Cholesterol drug improves walking distance September 8, 2003 A cholesterol-lowering drug has been found helpful in those with peripheral artery disease. Cholesterol test at age 50 identifies high heart risk July 2, 2003 Measuring the cholesterol level of people aged 50 or over is the most efficient way of spotting those at risk of heart problems. Cholesterol problem may start in early childhood June 11, 2003 Children as young as three or four may have raised cholesterol and this can persist over the next few years. Statins and lifestyle change can slow artery thickening June 10, 2003 Electron beam tomography has been used to show how taking statins and living a healthy lifestyle can slow down heart disease. Statins may help after kidney transplant June 6, 2003 Cholesterol-lowering drugs reduce heart attacks among people who have had a kidney transplant, according to a new study. Exercise has a positive effect on cholesterol November 7, 2002 Doing exercise improves your cholesterol profile, even in the absence of weight loss, according to a new study. Nurse intervention helps cholesterol management October 9, 2002 Nurse care managers can provide the support needed to help patients lower cholesterol after a heart attack. Reduce triglycerides for your heart's sake September 5, 2002 Even if your cholesterol level is under control, high triglycerides may signal a risk of heart disease.   RELATED ITEMS Does Your Statin Keep You Awake? November 21, 2007 A Skin Test for Carotid Artery Disease November 19, 2007 The Metabolic Syndrome and Mental Decline October 24, 2007 High cholesterol is a risk factor for stroke, even if a woman is otherwise healthy February 22, 2007 Heart disease can be slowed down by taking statins to reduce cholesterol February 7, 2007 Statins improve prognosis in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease January 25, 2007 Statin benefit for heart failure patients November 1, 2006 Statins reduce stroke, heart attack in patients at risk October 25, 2006 Lipoprotein(a) is a heart disease risk factor, but only at very high levels September 26, 2006 Shellfish is not loaded with cholesterol April 19, 2006

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