Glossary

Dyslipidaemia

Dyslipidaemia

Dyslipidämie·Also: Fettstoffwechselstörung

Dyslipidaemia refers to an unfavourable composition of the blood fats, for example too much «bad» cholesterol or too high triglycerides. It is considered a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases.

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