Plan de cuidados de enfermería en paciente con hipercolesterolemia familiar en niños y adolescentes: caso clínico

• Autores: Cristina Antón Gutiérrez, María Calejero Martínez, Jorge Fle Usón, Alba García Varona, Manuel Piazuelo Guíu, Jaime Sahún Calavia
• Localización: Revista Sanitaria de Investigación, ISSN-e 2660-7085, Vol. 6, Nº. 7, 2025
• Idioma: español
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  • español

    La hipercolesterolemia familiar (HF) es un trastorno genético caracterizado por niveles elevados de colesterol LDL desde la infancia. Es una de las principales causas de enfermedad cardiovascular prematura. Su detección temprana y el manejo adecuado son fundamentales para prevenir complicaciones a largo plazo. El caso clínico de un niño de 12 años diagnosticado con HF, destaca la importancia de la educación nutricional, el control de factores de riesgo y el papel del personal de enfermería en el tratamiento.

  • English

    Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a genetic disorder characterized by elevated LDL cholesterol levels from childhood. It is one of the leading causes of premature cardiovascular disease. Early detection and proper management are essential to prevent long-term complications. The clinical case of a 12-year-old boy diagnosed with FH highlights the importance of nutritional education, risk factor management, and the role of nursing staff in treatment.

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