Treatment of Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Panelists discuss how a multidisciplinary approach, early diagnosis, and emerging therapies are essential in managing Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS)to prevent acute pancreatitis and mitigate long-term cardiovascular risks.
James Underberg, MS, MD, FACP, FACPM, FASPC, FASH, FNLA
Panelists discuss how familial chylomicronemia syndrome (FCS) and persistent chylomicronemia are diagnosed either genetically or clinically, outlining the prevalence and disease burden of FCS in the US, as well as its signs, symptoms, and diagnostic criteria, and how to differentiate FCS from other forms of hyperlipidemia.
EP. 2: Severe Hypertriglyceridemia
James Underberg, MS, MD, FACP, FACPM, FASPC, FASH, FNLA
Panelists discuss how Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS) fits into the context of severe hypertriglyceridemia, highlighting its distinct characteristics and the associated risks of acute pancreatitis.
