Publications by authors named "Marit Siebigteroth"
Article Synopsis
- Pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE) is a rare genetic condition that causes skin lesions, vision loss, and early atherosclerosis, leading to peripheral artery disease (PAD) with varying severity among individuals.
- A study assessed the lipid profiles of 52 PXE patients and found a significant link between elevated Lipoprotein(a) (Lp[a]) levels and PAD severity, while other lipid fractions showed no significant impact.
- The findings suggest that measuring Lp(a) levels early in PXE could help identify patients at higher risk for rapid disease progression and possibly guide interventions like increased exercise training.
