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This review highlights the benefits of PCSK9 Mabs in high cardiovascular risk patients. Despite their efficacy and safety, these therapies are hindered by limited access, and require broader integration into clinical practice to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
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Review, Journal: Rationale for Early Administration of PCSK9 Inhibitors in Acute Coronary Syndrome. (Pubmed Central) - Nov 1, 2024 Monoclonal antibodies targeting proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9), such as evolocumab and alirocumab, offer a potential strategy to reduce LDL-C levels further and mitigate this residual risk. This review delves into the molecular mechanisms, effects on cholesterol metabolism, inflammatory modulation, and clinical outcomes associated with early administration of PCSK9 inhibitors following ACS.
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Trial completion: Multicenter Study in Postmenopausal Women with Osteoporosis, ALVOBOND (clinicaltrials.gov) - Oct 31, 2024 P3, N=532, Completed, LEAD patients with a vascular surgery history did not experience a better management whereas they had a more consistent follow-up. Active, not recruiting --> Completed
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Biological agents, including anti-TNF, anti-IL17, and anti-IL6 therapies, can be safely and effectively used in the treatment of ReA when conventional therapies fail. It further emphasizes the need for a well-designed controlled trial to provide scientific basis for better informed clinical decisions in cases not responding to conventional treatment.
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