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2024 School of Allied Health Sciences IDOSR JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH

Abnormal Lipid Profile Level in Neonates and Possible Development of Atherosclerosis in Adulthood: Mini Review

Mathias Abiodun Emokpae1, Timothy God-Giveth Olusegun2, Oluwasina Moses Egbeyemi3 and *Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu4

The lipid profile during the neonatal period plays a pivotal role in determining the future risk of atherosclerosis andcardiovascular diseases in adulthood. Abnormal lipid levels in neonates have been associated with an increasedpropensity for the development of atherosclerosis later in life. This review aims to explore the significance ofabnormal lipid profiles in neonates and their potential implications for the development of atherosclerosis inadulthood. The discussion encompasses the mechanisms underlying lipid metabolism in early life, the impact ofvarious factors on lipid levels in neonates, and the long-term consequences of abnormal lipid profiles. Understandingthe relationship between neonatal lipid profiles and the risk of atherosclerosis in adulthood is crucial for developingpreventive strategies and interventions aimed at reducing the burden of cardiovascular diseases in later life. Thisreview synthesizes idea from existing literature to provide insights into the importance of early lipid assessment andits implications for long-term cardiovascular health.Keywords: Abnormal Lipid Profile, Neonates, Atherosclerosis, Cardiovascular Risk, Lipid Metabolism, Early Life,Long-term Health, Preventive Strategies, Cardiovascular Diseases