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Last uploaded: March 22, 2026
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D000091362
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D000091362
Preferred Name

PCSK9 Inhibitors

Definitions
Agents that inhibit Proprotein Convertase Subtilisin/Kexin Type 9 (see PROPROTEIN CONVERTASE 9 (PCSK9)), an enzyme that plays an important role in the degradation of the LDL receptors. It favors LDL catabolism and reduces plasma LDL-cholesterol (LDL_C) level.
Synonyms
Cardiovascular, PCSK9 Inhibitors
Inhibitors, Cardiovascular PCSK9
PCSK9 Inhibitors Cardiovascular
Cardiovascular PCSK9 Inhibitors
PCSK9 Inhibitors, Cardiovascular
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