QJM : monthly journal of the Association of Physicians
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Review Meta Analysis
Efficacy and safety of statin treatment for cardiovascular disease: a network meta-analysis of 170,255 patients from 76 randomized trials.
Statins represent the largest selling class of cardiovascular drug in the world. Previous randomized trials (RCTs) have demonstrated important clinical benefits with statin therapy. ⋯ Statin therapies offer clear benefits across broad populations. As generic formulations become more available efforts to expand access should be a priority.