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Lipoprotein(a): a potential target for the reduction of residual cardiovascular risk in patients with chronic kidney disease

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Key takeaways

This review discusses a blood fat called Lipoprotein(a). It suggests this fat may raise heart risk in people with kidney disease, even after other risks are controlled. It is a discussion of existing evidence, not a new trial with results.

Who did this work

Leonardo A. Sechi (University of Udine) · Luca Bulfone (University of Udine) · Antonio Vacca (University of Udine) · Jacopo Comand (University of Udine) · Stefano Marcante (University of Udine) · Gabriele Brosolo (University of Udine) · Claudio Pagano (University of Udine) · Cristiana Catena (University of Udine)

Source

Article · OpenAlex, CKD works · 2026-10-07
https://doi.org/10.3389/fneph.2026.1950030