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Do statins reduce cholesterol levels and the risk of coronary heart disease in patients with type 2 diabetes?
Do statins reduce cholesterol levels and the risk of coronary heart disease in patients with type 2 diabetes?
Statins are recommended for routine use in patients with type 2 diabetes to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.
Supports statin use for CHD prevention in type 2 diabetes; extends prior reviews but leaves open need for contemporary RCTs.
Type 2 diabetes is associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease (CHD). The association between CHD and abnormal plasma lipid levels has led current guidelines to recommend pharmacological modification of the lipid profile. Statins are particularly effective at reducing cholesterol levels, with additional benefits on other components of the lipid profile. Lipid-modifying therapy should be used routinely to reduce the risk of CHD in patients with type 2 diabetes.
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