Independent as in "not depending on another for livelihood or subsistence". As I said previously, most of the large studies are funded by industry because the law requires them to.
"ultimate issue is a risk-benefit ratio where the benefit looks relatively small" - This is very true, risk-benefit is what matters. If you look into research, there is significant documented benefit for at risk population; and for low risk population it's still being studied and debated.
"potentially dangerous side effects over an extended period" - side effects are well documented and considered low risk. If you could provide the exact scientific evidence you are referring to, we can discuss this in more detail.
So for at risk patient, right now the equation works as "demonstrated benefit" and "low risk", thus statins are widely prescribed and used.
I am not explaining myself well at all! ;) I mean as in these are separate studies - in different countries, hospitals, with different scientists and so on.
Independent as in "not depending on another for livelihood or subsistence". As I said previously, most of the large studies are funded by industry because the law requires them to.
"ultimate issue is a risk-benefit ratio where the benefit looks relatively small" - This is very true, risk-benefit is what matters. If you look into research, there is significant documented benefit for at risk population; and for low risk population it's still being studied and debated.
"potentially dangerous side effects over an extended period" - side effects are well documented and considered low risk. If you could provide the exact scientific evidence you are referring to, we can discuss this in more detail.
So for at risk patient, right now the equation works as "demonstrated benefit" and "low risk", thus statins are widely prescribed and used.
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I am not explaining myself well at all! ;) I mean as in these are separate studies - in different countries, hospitals, with different scientists and so on.