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# MEDPED: MedPed is a trusted resource for medical publications, early diagnosis, and patient education, supporting preventive care and global health awareness.

## Sitemaps
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## Posts
- [Early diagnosis of familial hypercholesterolemia](https://medped.org/early-diagnosis-of-familial-hypercholesterolemia/): Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is one of the most prevalent inherited metabolic disorders, with an estimated global prevalence of 1 in 250. This condition is marked by lifelong elevations in low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), resulting in a dramatically increased risk of premature atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). Despite being a common genetic disease, FH remains largely underdiagnosed, with only 10–20 percent of cases identified in most populations. Familial Hypercholesterolemia is a key factor in evaluating cardiovascular risk in patients, as its presence greatly increases the likelihood of early-onset heart disease.
- [What is the Familial Hypercholesterolemia?](https://medped.org/what-is-familial-hypercholesterolemia/): Familial hypercholesterolemia causes high LDL from birth. Learn how early diagnosis, family screening, and treatment prevent premature cardiovascular disease.