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New U.S. guidelines urge lifelong Lp(a) testing and childhood cholesterol screening to prevent heart disease.
New U.S. cholesterol guidelines recommend that all adults get tested for Lp(a), a genetic heart disease risk factor, at least once in their lifetime, and children aged 9 to 11 be screened for inherited cholesterol issues, with follow-ups at 19.
The changes aim to identify risks earlier and prevent heart attacks and strokes through early treatment.
Statin therapy may be recommended for adults with high LDL, strong family history, or elevated long-term risk, using a new risk calculator.
While lifestyle changes remain foundational, the guidelines emphasize medication for prevention, sparking debate over overprescription and drug dependency.
Las nuevas directrices de los Estados Unidos recomiendan la realización de pruebas de Lp (a) durante toda la vida y el cribado del colesterol infantil para prevenir enfermedades cardíacas.