FAMILIAL HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA

This study looks at different methods to help patients with high cholesterol and heart disease get the right medicines to lower their cholesterol. About 300 adults at high risk will take part. The goal is to see which approach helps more people reach their target LDL cholesterol …

This study looks at whether a special heart-friendly diet, with or without added plant sterols and krill oil, can improve cholesterol levels in people with familial hypercholesterolemia (a genetic condition causing very high cholesterol). About 300 participants will follow the di…

This study uses a machine-learning tool to scan electronic health records and flag patients likely to have familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), a genetic condition causing very high cholesterol. Researchers then test a simple referral system that automatically schedules a visit wi…

This study tests two new ways to help people with familial hypercholesterolemia (a genetic high cholesterol condition) get their family members screened. About 800 adults from Penn Medicine will be assigned to receive automated reminders, a patient navigator, or usual care. The g…

This study looks at how breastfeeding changes cholesterol and heart disease risk in women with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), a genetic condition causing high cholesterol. Researchers will follow 50 pregnant women with and without FH from late pregnancy to one year after bir…

This study looks at whether a motivational interview—a 20-40 minute phone or video chat—can help people with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) get their cholesterol checked and talk to family about screening. About 300 people with suspected or confirmed FH will be randomly assig…

This study tests new tools to help primary care doctors diagnose familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), a genetic condition that causes very high cholesterol and early heart attacks. About 532 clinicians will use special checklists and reminders during patient visits. The goal is to…