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High ConfidenceA Comparison of Two LDL Cholesterol Targets after Ischemic Stroke
Amarenco P, et al • N Engl J Med
Key Finding
Lower LDL cholesterol targets after stroke significantly reduce cardiovascular events.
Original title: “A Comparison of Two LDL Cholesterol Targets after Ischemic Stroke.”
Plain English Summary
Major trial comparing intensive vs standard LDL lowering after stroke. Found lower LDL targets reduced cardiovascular events.
Paradigm Relevance
How this study applies to different clinical perspectives:
Standard Medical
RelevantConventional clinical guidelines used by most doctors
Research Consensus
RelevantCurrent scientific understanding, often ahead of guidelines
Metabolic Optimization
Proactive targets for optimal health, not just disease absence
Not directly relevant to this paradigm
Study Details
- Type
- Meta-Analysis
Related Biomarkers
LDL CHOLESTEROL