Familial Hypercholesterolemia: A genetic abnormality which causes patients to have abnormally high cholesterol levels (low-density lipoproteins). The condition usually leads to early cardiovascular disease. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Familial Hypercholesterolemia is available below.
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Prognosis for Familial Hypercholesterolemia: Varies depending on adherence to treatment plan. Some cases can result in the requirement of a liver transplant.
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Congenital disorder characterized by high levels of cholesterol and early development of atherosclerosis - (Source - WordNet 2.1)
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