Care With Distinction: Cross-setting Strategies for Improved Identification, Diagnosis, and Management of Homozygous Hypercholesterolemia
Wisconsin Chapter American College of Cardiology in partnership with Integrity CE Present a Virtual Webinar
November 16, 2023 from 6 pm to 7 pm Central Time
Care With Distinction: Cross-Setting Strategies for Improved Identification, Diagnosis, and Management of Homozygous Hypercholesterolemia
Presenter:
Christie M. Ballantyne, MD
Houston, Texas
Objectives:
o Contrast the estimated prevalence of HoFH vs the number of patients diagnosed with HoFH
o Apply knowledge of cardinal symptoms and strategies for early identification of HoFH
o Discuss recommendations for cascade screening for HoFH and indications for appropriate referral
o Employ cascade screening to ensure case identification in first degree relatives of patients with HoFH
o Discuss the role of LDLR-independent treatment strategies for patients with HoFH
o Utilize currently available therapies for appropriate treatment of patients with HoFH
