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Synthetic DNA molecules known as polypurine reverse Hoogsteen hairpins reduced PCSK9 expression and lowered LDL cholesterol by approximately 50% in preclinical models, representing an early-stage gene-targeted approach distinct from existing monoclonal antibody and RNA interference strategies.
Cardiology June 2nd 2026
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Lerochol (lerodalcibep-liga), a once-monthly self-administered PCSK9 inhibitor, is now commercially available as adjunctive LDL-C-lowering therapy for adults with hypercholesterolemia, including heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.
Cardiology May 19th 2026
Extreme LDL-C in young patients with family history points toward familial hypercholesterolemia, a common genetic disorder that remains undiagnosed in 70% of cases.
Cardiology May 5th 2026