Publications by authors named "Stepan S Bazhan"
Article Synopsis
- - The study aimed to determine the prevalence of familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) in West Siberian Russia, finding 0.92% of the population had either definite or probable FH, suggesting this rate is higher than previously thought.
- - Among patients with FH, 40% had coronary artery disease (CAD), but only 23% were receiving cholesterol-lowering statin treatment, indicating a significant issue with diagnosis and treatment.
- - The research highlights an urgent need for improved recognition and management of FH in Russia, as it poses a heightened risk for CAD and related heart issues.
