Follow-up
  • Most lipid lowering medications are well-tolerated
  • Serum transaminases should be checked within first 3 months
  • Creatinine kinase can be checked if myalgias develop
  • Routine testing of ALT or CK is not required thereafter
Referral May be Warranted in the Following Cases
  • Unexplained atherosclerosis
  • Severe dyslipidemias
  • Genetic lipoprotein disorders
  • Patients refractory to pharmacological treatment