Familial combined hyperlipidemia

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Familial combined hyperlipidemia

Definition

Familial combined hyperlipidemia is a disorder of high cholesterol and high blood triglycerides that is passed down through families.

Alternative Names

Multiple lipoprotein-type hyperlipidemia

Causes

Familial combined hyperlipidemia is the most common disorder of increased blood fats that causes early heart attacks. It is genetic, which means it is caused by a problem with your genes. However, researcher have yet not identified the specific genes responsible.

Diabetes, alcoholism, and hypothyroidism make the condition worse. Risk factors include a family history of high cholesterol and early coronary artery disease.


Coronary artery blockage

Review Date: 1/23/2008
Reviewed By: Glenn Gandelman, MD, MPH, Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine, New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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