Cholesterols are fundamental molecules for animals. Belonging to sterols class, these organic molecules take role on the composition of cell membranes, maintaining fluidity and integrity. Raised serum levels are highly associated with increased risk of stroke and heart disease. The World Health Organization points that one third of ischaemic heart disease can be attributed to high cholesterol (HC). The concern about treatment and prevention of HC and its consequences is global, once it is present in both developing and developed word as a risk factor for other health complications. This website explores a 2015 Medical Breakthrough regarding a new drug called PCSK9 inhibitors, which is assigned to be a good lowering-cholesterol medicament.

Why manage the levels of cholesterol?

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Atherosclerotic plaques in formation.
Elevated levels of cholesterol are associated with the formation of atherosclerotic plaques which occur inside the arteries. Plaque is made of cholesterol, fatty molecules, cellular products, calcium and fibrin and it may occlude or break off. The result of atherosclerosis is: coronary heart diseases, agina, carotid artery disease, peripheral artery disease (PAD) and chronic kidney disease.  


Did you know that? 
Ischaemic heart disease is first leading cause of death worldwide and stroke is the second.