Screening, diagnosis, and treatment of hypercholesterolemia
Wones, R.G.
Primary Care 16(1): 63-82
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0095-4543 PMID: 2704764 Document Number: 329745
All adults should be screened for high blood cholesterol. Those found to be high should undergo a diagnostic process to confirm and classify their disorder. Diet is recommended for all and drug therapy should be considered for those who do not meet treatment goals on diet.
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