Recommendations
This panel has addressed the particular issues related to the
irrefutable need for adequate treatment of elevated LDL-C levels in
LATAM. ASCVD is the leading cause of death in the region and the
relationship between elevated LDL-C and the risk and progression of this
disease has been thoroughly demonstrated (79). Despite vast
recommendations for primary and secondary prevention at all levels of
care, the possibility to impact cardiovascular outcomes across the
region is hindered by several issues. A number of recommendations are
proposed in order to achieve a comprehensive approach to the management
of LDL-C are listed below and organized by stakeholder: