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TABLE 5 Recommended LDL Concentrations for Pharmacologic Treatment of Children and Adolescents 10 Years and Older^22,56

Patient Characteristics Recommended Cut Points No other risk factors for CVD LDL concentration is persistently >190 mg/dL despite diet therapy Other risk factors present, including obesity, hypertension, or cigarette smoking or positive family history of premature CVD LDL concentration is persistently >160 mg/dL despite diet therapy Children with diabetes mellitus Pharmacologic treatment should be considered when LDL concentration is 130 mg/dL

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