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Statins for cholestrol

2022-08-27 14:56:49
Please shed light on statins, if we don't have diabetes or blood pressure , just high cholestrol should we get ct angiogram done and if there is obstruction in arterty then only go on statin? If not then improve diet?
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With only high cholesterol, there is no recommendation for CT angiogram. Please consult.

Answered2022-08-27 14:59:08

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