Abstract
A young male presented with multiple xanthomas and xanthelesmas, progressive breathlessness and angina on exertion. Investigations confirmed diagnosis of familial hypercholesterolaemia, bicuspid aortic valve with severe aortic stenosis and significant obstructive coronary artery disease.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Aortic Valve / abnormalities*
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Aortic Valve Stenosis / etiology
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Bicuspid Aortic Valve Disease
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Coronary Artery Disease / diagnostic imaging
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Coronary Artery Disease / etiology
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Heart Valve Diseases / complications*
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Humans
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Hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase Inhibitors / therapeutic use
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Hyperlipoproteinemia Type II / complications*
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Hyperlipoproteinemia Type II / drug therapy
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Male
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Radiography
Substances
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Hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase Inhibitors