Hyperlipidemia - a diabetic emergency

Saudek, C.D.

Geriatrics 37(2): 81-89

1982


ISSN/ISBN: 0016-867X
PMID: 7056473
Document Number: 190520
Treating hyperlipidemia in diabetics requires distinguishing between hypercholesterolemia, with its high risk of cardiovascular disease, and hypertriglyceridemia, which, if severe, may cause pancreatitis. Hypercholesterolemia is best managed with diet and, if necessary, colestipol and niacin. Hypertriglyceridemia with chylomicrons responds best to diabetic control, weight loss, and low-fat diet.

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