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Hypertriglyceridemia (ASCVD) — EECC MCQ

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ModerateCardiologyHypertriglyceridemia (ASCVD)EECC

A 62-year-old with diabetes and established ASCVD has fasting triglycerides 3.6 mmol/L on maximally tolerated statin, LDL 1.8 mmol/L. Next step?

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Correct answer: B — Add icosapent ethyl

For ASCVD with TG >=150-499 on statin and controlled LDL, icosapent ethyl lowers CV events. A/D: Not first-line outcome-based. C: Statin should be continued. E: Missed opportunity.

Reference: AHA/ACC (2019): Primary Prevention Guideline (Secondary Source)