A 72-year-old gentleman with severe RLE claudication referred for evaluation. Despite medical therapy, he experiences rest pain. Past medical history includes diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, hypothyroidism, and prior PAD intervention. The case details the patient's presentation, vital signs,

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Major lipids like cholesterol and triglycerides play essential roles in the body, but their excess can lead to hyperlipidemia and related conditions. This overview covers the biosynthesis of cholesterol, triglycerides, and the transport of lipids in the bloodstream, discussing the importance of lipo

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This presentation covers drugs for hyperlipidemia, including bile acid sequestrants, cholesterol absorption inhibitors, statins, fibrates, and relevant drug interactions. It details the actions, adverse effects, contraindications, and notable considerations for each drug class. The included multiple

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Nephrotic syndrome is a significant chronic disease in children characterized by heavy proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, edema, and hyperlipidemia. It is primarily idiopathic, with secondary causes including SLE, sickle cell disease, and infections. The pathophysiology involves glomerular dysfunction le

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A 77-year-old female presented with multiple traumatic injuries after falling headfirst down stairs. Imaging revealed a comminuted inferior orbital wall fracture, facial lacerations, spinal fractures, and cervical cord syndrome. Lab findings indicated preexisting conditions like osteopenia, hyperten

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A 73-year-old patient with COPD, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia presents with severe lower extremity ischemia, leading to a plan for urgent aorto-bifemoral bypass. The clinical examination and test results revealed critical limb ischemia and extensive vascular disease requiring intervention from c

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Bariatric surgery is a highly effective treatment for obesity, offering significant improvements in comorbidities such as diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension. Studies show that the surgery resolves conditions like obstructive sleep apnea and gastroesophageal reflux, leading to improved qualit

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Division of Endovascular Interventions at Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, treated a 71-year-old female patient with bilateral lower extremity claudication using endovascular procedures. The patient had a history of hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and smoking, with peripheral artery disease a

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