December 2016 PMID 27959767

Variation in PCSK9 and HMGCR and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes.

Brian A Ference, Jennifer G Robinson, Robert D Brook, Alberico L Catapano, M John Chapman, David R Neff, Szilard Voros, Robert P Giugliano, George Davey Smith, Sergio Fazio, Marc S Sabatine

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Peak: 3 in Oct 2022
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Discussions reveal a focus on the significant protective effects of PCSK9 and HMGCR genetic variants, with posts referencing the reduction in cardiovascular events and the role of LDL levels, while also noting the nuance of increased diabetes risk in some individuals. The tone combines scientific detail with acknowledgment of the research's potential impact, illustrating both curiosity and cautious optimism about these genetic findings.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions reflect a consensus on the protective effects of genetic variants in PCSK9 and HMGCR on cardiovascular risk, though some mention potential limitations, such as the increased diabetes risk.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show moderate interest, highlighting key findings like LDL reduction and cardiovascular benefits but also noting the nuanced increase in diabetes risk, indicating engagement with the topic's complexity.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific mechanisms, genetics, and research findings, demonstrating a considered engagement with the scientific details rather than superficial discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

The dialogues suggest recognition of significant implications for personalized medicine and therapeutics, reinforcing the importance of these genetic insights on disease risk management.

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Scotty Kirkpatrick M.D.
@drscottyk · X

Genetic variants in PCSK9 and HMGCR were associated with nearly identical protective effects on the risk of CV events: each independently produced 19% lower odds for CV events per 10 mg/dL ⬇️in LDL-C level. https://t.co/YngmSMPzpl

Oct 4, 2022 · 9 likes · 1 share · 2,794 followers View post →
Climate Observer
@climateobs · X

@cremieuxrecueil "The lower your LDL for longer, the better your health." Except for more diabetes. https://t.co/AYRggIUxNJ

Jun 21, 2025 · 2 likes · 79 followers View post →
ScienceBiscuits
@ScienceBiscuits · X

@BigDDaddyCali @MasalaFry69 @squirrelpalooza @Rizabellepow @ErinGoBragh360 Incorrect. Here is a Mendelain randomization study regarding genetic LDL irrelevant to diet- though accounted for in p value calculations: https://t.co/jIXEiQNWgV And of course the medication trials and studies with mechanisms solely on LDL reduction: https://t.co/XQVaTEa8I9

Jul 20, 2025 · 2 likes · 33 followers View post →
Mike Howard
@lean_minded · X

@MEATritionCom @NutritionMadeS3 https://t.co/k4zbpHi5zu

Jun 11, 2024 · 1 like · 1,369 followers View post →
Larronde Esteban
@EstebanDL · X

Bibliografia 43 https://t.co/V2CWAjGQmv Ference, Fazio y Sabatine conocelos aqui: https://t.co/1uz4Aecc0O Similar al 31 Ggenes que bajan LDL via PCSK9 y HMGCR , mejoran eventos y son aditivos Lo que refuerza la hipótesis... Olvidaron mencionar un detalle...

Sep 15, 2019 · 23,786 followers View post →
Viet Le DMSc PA-C FACC FAHA HF-Cert
@VietHeartPA · X

RT @drscottyk: Genetic variants in PCSK9 and HMGCR were associated with nearly identical protective effects on the risk of CV events: each…

Oct 4, 2022 · 1 share · 9,792 followers View post →

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ScienceBiscuits
@ScienceBiscuits · X

@BigDDaddyCali @MasalaFry69 @squirrelpalooza @Rizabellepow @ErinGoBragh360 Incorrect. Here is a Mendelain randomization study regarding genetic LDL irrelevant to diet- though accounted for in p value calculations: https://t.co/jIXEiQNWgV And of course the medication trials and studies with mechanisms solely on LDL reduction: https://t.co/XQVaTEa8I9

Jul 20, 2025 · 2 likes · 33 followers View post →
Climate Observer
@climateobs · X

@cremieuxrecueil "The lower your LDL for longer, the better your health." Except for more diabetes. https://t.co/AYRggIUxNJ

Jun 21, 2025 · 2 likes · 79 followers View post →
Mike Howard
@lean_minded · X

@MEATritionCom @NutritionMadeS3 https://t.co/k4zbpHi5zu

Jun 11, 2024 · 1 like · 1,369 followers View post →
Bhopender Thakur
@TheBhupiThakur · X

RT @drscottyk: Genetic variants in PCSK9 and HMGCR were associated with nearly identical protective effects on the risk of CV events: each…

Oct 4, 2022 · 1 share · 1,371 followers View post →
Viet Le DMSc PA-C FACC FAHA HF-Cert
@VietHeartPA · X

RT @drscottyk: Genetic variants in PCSK9 and HMGCR were associated with nearly identical protective effects on the risk of CV events: each…

Oct 4, 2022 · 1 share · 9,792 followers View post →
Scotty Kirkpatrick M.D.
@drscottyk · X

Genetic variants in PCSK9 and HMGCR were associated with nearly identical protective effects on the risk of CV events: each independently produced 19% lower odds for CV events per 10 mg/dL ⬇️in LDL-C level. https://t.co/YngmSMPzpl

Oct 4, 2022 · 9 likes · 1 share · 2,794 followers View post →
ZKForTre
@ZKForTre · X

Making the protection against ascvd even more impressive. (The increased risk of diabetes only appears to be in a subset of individuals, btw) https://t.co/UepnuDBPJg https://t.co/VHLNuiuN6I

Aug 8, 2022 · 2,752 followers View post →
Larronde Esteban
@EstebanDL · X

Bibliografia 43 https://t.co/V2CWAjGQmv Ference, Fazio y Sabatine conocelos aqui: https://t.co/1uz4Aecc0O Similar al 31 Ggenes que bajan LDL via PCSK9 y HMGCR , mejoran eventos y son aditivos Lo que refuerza la hipótesis... Olvidaron mencionar un detalle...

Sep 15, 2019 · 23,786 followers View post →