Elevated HDL levels predict reduced lung function

[Nelson Vergel]

Key clinical point: In an evaluation of greater than 30,000 patients in six study cohorts, higher high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) was associated with accelerated lung function decline.

Major finding: Those in the top quartile for HDL-C, on average, had a 9-mL greater decline in forced expiratory volume in 1 second, compared with patients in the lowest quartile (P less than .001).

Data source: Observational cohort study.

Disclosures: Dr. Oelsner reported no relevant financial relationships.

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