Familial Hypercholesterolemia in the Arabian Gulf Region: Clinical results of the Gulf FH Registry.

ABSTRACT:

Background and aims

Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a common autosomal dominant disorder that can result in premature atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). Limited data are available worldwide about the prevalence and management of FH. Here, we aimed to estimate the prevalence and management of patients with FH in five Arabian Gulf countries (Saudi Arabia, Oman, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Bahrain).

Methods

The multicentre, multinational Gulf FH registry included adults (≥18 years old) recruited from outpatient clinics in 14 tertiary-care centres across five Arabian Gulf countries over the last five years. The Gulf FH registry had four phases: 1- screening, 2- classification based on the Dutch Lipid Clinic Network, 3- genetic testing, and 4- follow-up.<

SUBMITTER: Alhabib KF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8177652 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature