Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults

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DIANE Publishing, 1997 - 170 pages
Presents the National Cholesterol Education Program's updated recommendations for cholesterol management with examination of available evidence on coronary heart disease (CHD) and high blood cholesterol. Topics of discussion include: patients with established CHD and others at high risk; cholesterol lowering in women, the elderly, and young adults; physical activity and weight loss as components of dietary therapy; drug therapy; cholesterol lowering and total mortality; and cost-effectiveness of cholesterol lowering. Includes tables and dietary recommendations with sample menus.

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