Question

A 73-year-old with STEMI 2 months ago asks about high-intensity statin therapy continuation. What LDL-C goal strategy is supported?

Accepted Answer

LDL-C <70 mg/dL; add ezetimibe or PCSK9 inhibitor if needed

Answer

Any statin intensity is acceptable

Answer

Target LDL-C >=100 mg/dL

Answer

Stop statin at age 70

Answer

Use niacin for HDL raising

Practice question

A 73-year-old with STEMI 2 months ago asks about high-intensity statin therapy continuation. What LDL-C goal strategy is supported?