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GlossaryHypercholesterolemia

condition with elevated blood cholesterol levels, increasing heart disease risk

Hypercholesterolemia, commonly known as high cholesterol, is a condition characterized by elevated levels of cholesterol in the blood. This can lead to the buildup of fatty deposits in blood vessels, increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack and stroke. It can be influenced by genetic factors, diet, lifestyle, and other health conditions.

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391 citations, November 2015 in “Journal of Clinical Lipidology”

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