Question

A 58-year-old man with no history of cardiovascular disease has an absolute CVD risk estimated at 12% over 5 years using the Australian Aus CVD Risk Calculator. His LDL-cholesterol is 3.8 mmol/L and blood pressure is well controlled with lifestyle measures. He is a non-smoker. What is the most appropriate lipid management strategy?

Accepted Answer

Commence a moderate- to high-intensity statin for primary prevention

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Reassure and repeat fasting lipids in 5 years without treatment

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Recommend lifestyle modification only, as his risk is <15%

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Commence ezetimibe monotherapy

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Start fibrate therapy to reduce triglycerides

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