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AHA Issues Pediatric Hypertriglyceridemia Statement

The scientific statement defines pancreatitis and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease risk thresholds and outlines causes and management in youths.

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    Hypertriglyceridemia affects 10-20% of U.S. children.

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    Associated with obesity and insulin resistance.

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    Screening recommended at ages 9-11 and 17-

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    Lifestyle modification is first-line therapy.

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    Severe levels can lead to acute pancreatitis.

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    Fasting triglyceride levels preferred for diagnosis.

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    Limited pharmacotherapy options exist for pediatric cases.

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    Need for more research on triglyceride-lowering treatments.

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AHA Issues Pediatric Hypertriglyceridemia Statement

The scientific statement defines pancreatitis and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease risk thresholds and outlines causes and management in youths.

  • by Kathryn Wighton

  • February 26, 2026

  • 5 min

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