Stopping Statins in Adults 70+ Without CVD Shows Noninferior Outcomes at 2 Years

A study found that discontinuing statin therapy in adults aged 70 and older without cardiovascular disease (CVD) was noninferior to continuing treatment over a two-year period. However, over the full follow-up period, the rate of adverse events was higher in those who stopped statins (12.7%) compared to those who continued (9.2%). This decision comes after evaluating the balance of risks and benefits of statin use in older adults without CVD.

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