Lipoprotein(a): a unique lipoprotein at the crossroads of atherosclerosis and thrombosis.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW Elevated plasma concentrations of lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] are a causal and independent risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and an emerging therapeutic target. However, despite Lp(a) being on the cusp of widespread clinical consideration, fundamental questions regarding the pathophysi...