Patterns and determinants of dyslipidaemia in ‘Young’ versus ‘Not so Young’ patients of coronary artery disease: a multicentric, randomised observational study in northern India

Abstract

We conclude that lipid levels among north Indians are significantly higher in younger patients with CAD when compared with elderly.

What are the Predictors of Coronary Artery Disease in Young Saudi Arabian Patients

“…A recent multicenter study from north india showed a significant increase in the lipid levels in younger patients < 45 years with CAD vs older patients [19]. With the change of life style in Saudi Arabia and the introduction of western foods in addition to the traditional Saudi foods which are high in saturated fats we have found that hyperlipidemia was the third common risk factor among this study group.…”

Newer perspectives of coronary artery disease in young

“…One study demonstrated a significantly increased level of LDL and total cholesterol in persons of CAD more than 55 years of age when compared with less than 55 years of age[27]. Conversely in an another study there is high prevalence of lipid abnormalities in young CAD when compared to older CAD group[28]. These differences in lipid parameters may due effect of dietary, genetic and environmental factors on lipid metabolism.…”

“…There is little difference in the prevalence of obesity in young CAD when compared with older CAD patients[28]. Sagittal abdominal diameter to skin fold ratio seems to be a good indicator in predicting premature CAD, even better than body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference[31].…”

Influence of ApoB100 3' hypervariable repeats on acute myocardial infarction

“…We had earlier shown that lipid levels are significantly higher in younger CAD patients 12. A low level of HDL is a powerful independent risk factor for the future risk of CAD, irrespective of TC level.…”