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: