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APOB/APOA-I ratio and major cardiovascular risk factors in azores and Lisbon populations – a comparison study

Publication . Ferin, Rita; Lima, Ana; Baptista, José; Alves, Ana Catarina; Bourbon, Mafalda; Pavão, Maria Leonor

In the Azores Archipelago age adjusted death rates from coronary artery disease (CAD) are two-fold higher than in mainland Portugal. Also, there is not a registered central database on the prevalent risk factors for atherosclerosis (AT), the major cause of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Those factors can diverge in different populations, due to their genetic and/or particular exposure to environmental factors.

2015-03Conference object

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Characterisation of the lipid profile of the portuguese population

Publication . Mariano, Cibelle

2016-07Conference object

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Characterisation of the Lipid Profile of the Portuguese Population

Publication . Mariano, Cibelle; Antunes, Marília; Bourbon, Mafalda

Cardiovascular disease (CVD), particularly coronary heart disease (CHD) and stroke, are the leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. The common forms of CVD have a complex aetiology in which interactions between multiple genetic and environmental factors play an important roles. The incidence rates of these diseases are increasing in developing countries as a result of the modification of lifestyles and increased prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors. Many independent cardiovascular risk factors could be modifiable, in contrast to the genetic risk factors. However, the associated risk of the genetic factors can be prevented if early identified, making genetic studies a priority in cardiovascular genetics research.

2016-07Conference object

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Lisosomal Acid Lipase Deficiency: an unrecognized cause of dyslipidaemia and liver disorders

Publication . Bourbon, Mafalda

2015-10Conference object

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Thrombogenic Risk Factors in the Portuguese Population

Publication . Alves, Ana Catarina; Santos, Micaela; Antunes, Marília; Bourbon, Mafalda

Aim: Some genetic variants are known to be responsible for enhanced thrombogenic risk, especially when associated with other non-genetic risk factors. The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of thrombogenic genetic risk factors in Portugal, as well as the prevalence of in high-risk individuals in the Portuguese population.

2020-02Conference object

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