When should statins be used for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease? (Medscape AI)

https://www.medscape.com/ai-search?query=When%20should%20statins%20be%20used%20for%20primary%20prevention%20of%20cardiovascular%20disease%3F&ecd=wnl_tp10_daily_251229_MSCPEDIT_etid7995596&uac=148436CN&impID=7995596 For the primary prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), statin therapy is indicated in adults without established ASCVD when individualized risk assessment and clinician–patient discussions identify a sufficient likelihood of benefit relative to potential adverse effects and patient preferences.