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Review
. 2020 Sep 25;401(10):1101-1121.
doi: 10.1515/hsz-2019-0426.

Small dense low-density lipoprotein-lowering agents

Shahin Alizadeh-Fanalou  1   2 , Ali Nazarizadeh  2 , Fatemeh Alian  3 , Parisa Faraji  3 , Bahareh Sorori  4 , Mohsen Khosravi  5
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Small dense low-density lipoprotein-lowering agents

Shahin Alizadeh-Fanalou et al. Biol Chem. .

Abstract

Metabolic disorders, including obesity, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia, as well as cardiovascular diseases (CVD), particularly atherosclerosis, are still leading causes of death worldwide. Plasma levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) are currently being considered as a critical risk factor for the diseases mentioned above, especially atherosclerosis. Because of the heterogeneous nature of LDL, many studies have already been conducted on its subclasses, especially small dense LDL (sdLDL). According to available evidence, sdLDL levels can be considered as an ideal alternative to LDL levels for monitoring CVD and early diagnosis of atherosclerosis. Recently, several researchers have focused on factors that are able to decrease sdLDL levels and improve health quality. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to describe the production process of sdLDL particles and review the effects of pharmaceutical and dietary agents as well as lifestyle on sdLDL plasma levels. In brief, their mechanisms of action are discussed. Apparently, cholesterol and LDL-lowering compounds are also effective in the reduction of sdLDL levels. In addition, improving lipid profile, especially the reduction of triglyceride levels, appropriate regimen, and lifestyle can decrease sdLDL levels. Therefore, all the aforementioned parameters should be taken into consideration simultaneously in sdLDL levels reducing strategies.

Keywords: atherosclerosis; cardiovascular diseases (CVD); cholesterol; small dense low-density lipoprotein; triglyceride.

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