Precision and Future Medicine 2025;9(1):43-52

doi:10.23838/pfm.2025.00065

Statins: a tale of two pathways—cardiovascular savior, renal ineffectual

Jihyun YANG 1

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Republic of Korea

Language

English

Abstract

Statins are effective in improving outcomes in the general population. However, in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), clinical outcomes and therapeutic approaches require careful interpretation from multiple perspectives. Managing dyslipidemia in CKD presents unique challenges requiring a comprehensive understanding of alterations in lipid metabolism in renal dysfunction. This review explored the key factors influencing statin efficacy, safety, and guideline recommendations in the CKD population, with a focus on lipid-lowering strategies tailored to renal function.