Drawing on the experience of the world's leading authorities in hyperlipidaemia, this book reviews the best of the literature published in the field in 2001. The editors provide an evaluation and critical appraisal of the full range of published literature. They present physicians with an update on the latest research findings, and assess their significance for clinical practice. The five sections cover: lipid disorders, lipid lowering trials, diabetic dylslipidaemia, lipids and atherosclerosis, and current and future trends. These features make it the ideal resource for keeping physicians up to date and helping them identify more effective strategies for patient care.