Table 2.
Dutch Lipid Clinic Network criteria as modified and used in this study
| Dutch Lipid Clinic Network (DLCN) | Points | No. of QBB participants (n=6140) |
|---|---|---|
| Family History | ||
| First-degree relative with known coronary and vascular disease | 1 | 862 |
| Clinical history | ||
| Patient with premature* coronary artery disease | 2 | 50 |
| Patient with premature* cerebral or peripheral vascular disease | 1 | 6 |
| LDL-C (mmol/liter) | ||
| LDL-C (≥ 8.5) | 8 | 28 |
| LDL-C (6.5–8.4) | 5 | 75 |
| LDL-C (5.0–6.4) | 3 | 264 |
| LDL-C (4.0–4.9) | 1 | 801 |
| Diagnosis | ||
| Definite FH | > 8 | 8 |
| Probable FH | 6 – 8 | 41 |
| Possible FH | 3 – 5 | 334 |
| Unlikely FH | <3 | 5757 |
*Premature: ≥55 years for men; ≥60 years for women