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Statins and Musculoskeletal Conditions, Arthropathies, and Injuries

This 2013 retrospective cohort study by Mansi et al. investigated the association between statin use and musculoskeletal conditions in a military population. Using propensity score matching, 6,967 statin users were compared with 6,967 non-users. Results showed that statin users had significantly higher odds of being diagnosed with musculoskeletal diseases (OR

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June 26, 2025 No Comments

Molecular Targets of Statins and Their Potential Side Effects: Not All the Glitter Is Gold

This 2022 review explores the multifaceted molecular actions of statins beyond their primary role in lowering LDL cholesterol. While statins are effective in reducing cardiovascular events, they also exhibit pleiotropic effects, including anti-inflammatory and antitumor activities. However, these benefits are accompanied by potential adverse effects such as myopathy, new-onset type

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June 26, 2025 No Comments