Abstract TP033: Impact of prior statin use in patients with acute stroke with LDL < 70 mg/dl

Stroke 2026

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Authors: Rinku Rani Bhatija, Han Oo, Safiya Sirota, Bin Yang, Ying Wei, JEANIE GONZALES, MANMEET KAUR GUJRAL, Vidya P. Menon
DOI: 10.1161/str.57.suppl_1.tp033
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Abstract

Introduction: Current stroke guidelines emphasize risk reduction through lifestyle changes, diabetes and hypertension management, and smoking cessation. The AHA recommends assessing ASCVD risk in individuals aged 40–75, with statin therapy advised for those at borderline or intermediate risk to achieve LDL levels under 100 mg/dL, aiming to reduce cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. For patients with prior cardiovascular events, the target LDL is under 70 mg/dL. This study examines stroke patients with baseline LDL

Fields of Study & Subjects

Acute Ischemic Stroke Management Lipoproteins and Cardiovascular Health Cerebrovascular and Carotid Artery Diseases

Publication details

Journal / source
Stroke
Volume
57
Issue
Suppl_1
Publication date
29 January 2026
Language
EN