High lipoprotein(a) and high BMI jointly confer the highest risk of ASCVD in both primary and secondary prevention

Key Points

• To evaluate the combined effect of lipoprotein(a) and BMI on the risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD).
• Analyzed data from both primary and secondary prevention scenarios.
• Examined the risk associated with varying levels of lipoprotein(a) and BMI.
• Identified high lipoprotein(a) and high BMI as significant risk factors for ASCVD.
• Jointly, these factors conferred the highest risk across different prevention strategies.