Abnormalities in the lipid profile though uncommon in pediatric practice pose an increased risk for developing heart disease. Studies suggest that adult cardiovascular disease has its roots in children and young adults. A significant correlation between atherosclerotic changes in children and young adults and total and LDL cholesterol levels also exists. The association is particularly true for Familial Hypercholesterolemia. We report a young boy aged 14 years who presented with all the features of Familial Hypercholesterolemia.
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Washington Univ, Sch Med, Dept Med, Div Endocrinol Metab & Lipid Res, Campus Box 8127,660 South Euclid, St Louis, MO 63110 USAWashington Univ, Sch Med, Dept Med, Div Endocrinol Metab & Lipid Res, Campus Box 8127,660 South Euclid, St Louis, MO 63110 USA
Bouhairie, Victoria Enchia
Goldberg, Anne Carol
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Washington Univ, Sch Med, Dept Med, Div Endocrinol Metab & Lipid Res, Campus Box 8127,660 South Euclid, St Louis, MO 63110 USAWashington Univ, Sch Med, Dept Med, Div Endocrinol Metab & Lipid Res, Campus Box 8127,660 South Euclid, St Louis, MO 63110 USA