Inside Precision Medicine November 9, 2022
A study of more than 10,000 patients treated in the Mass General Brigham network shows that a remote cholesterol and blood pressure management program was successful at significantly lowering blood pressure (BP) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in participants.
The researchers believe the success of this program shows it could be rolled out more widely and has the potential to particularly help those for whom in-person visits are difficult.
High BP, or hypertension, and increased levels of LDL cholesterol are common in the population and are known risk factors for the onset of cardiovascular disease and potentially life-threatening events such as heart attacks and strokes.
Lifestyle improvements, treatment and regular follow-ups are important for individuals with these...
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