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ArticleThe journal of prevention of Alzheimer's disease2025

Association of statins use and genetic susceptibility with incidence of Alzheimer's disease.

Zirong Ye, Jiahe Deng, Xiuxia Wu, Jingwen Cai, Sicheng Li, Xiaochun Chen, Jiawei Xin

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Zirong YeDepartment of Neurology, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fujian Key Laboratory of Molecular Neurology and Institute of Neuroscience, Fujian Medical University, No.29, Xinquan Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou, Fujian Province, 350000, China; Key Laboratory of Health Technology Assessment of Fujian Province, School of Public Health, Xiamen University, Xiang'an Nan Road, Xiang'an District, Xiamen, Fujian Province, 361102, China; Institute of Clinical Neurology, Fujian Medical University, No.29 Xinquan Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou, Fujian Province, 350000, China.
Jiahe DengSchool of Clinical Medicine, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, No.29, Xinquan Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou, Fujian Province, 350000, China.
Xiuxia WuCollege of Clinical Medicine for Obstetrics & Gynecology and Pediatrics, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian Province, 350000, China.
Jingwen CaiCollege of Clinical Medicine for Obstetrics & Gynecology and Pediatrics, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian Province, 350000, China.
Sicheng LiKey Laboratory of Health Technology Assessment of Fujian Province, School of Public Health, Xiamen University, Xiang'an Nan Road, Xiang'an District, Xiamen, Fujian Province, 361102, China.
Xiaochun ChenDepartment of Neurology, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fujian Key Laboratory of Molecular Neurology and Institute of Neuroscience, Fujian Medical University, No.29, Xinquan Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou, Fujian Province, 350000, China; Institute of Clinical Neurology, Fujian Medical University, No.29 Xinquan Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou, Fujian Province, 350000, China. Electronic address: chenxc998@fjmu.edu.cn.
Jiawei XinDepartment of Neurology, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fujian Key Laboratory of Molecular Neurology and Institute of Neuroscience, Fujian Medical University, No.29, Xinquan Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou, Fujian Province, 350000, China; Institute of Clinical Neurology, Fujian Medical University, No.29 Xinquan Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou, Fujian Province, 350000, China. Electronic address: xinjw@fjmu.edu.cn.

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backgroundThe effect of statins use on the incidence of Alzheimer's disease (AD) is still under debate, and it could be modified by a series of factors.

objectivesWe aimed to examine the association of statins use with the risk of cognitive impairment and AD, and assess the moderating roles of genetic susceptibility and other individual-related factors.

designA longitudinal study was conducted from the UK Biobank where individuals completed baseline surveys (2006-2010) and were followed (mean follow-up period: 9 years).

settingA population-based study.

participantsA total of 371,019 dementia-free participants (mean age 56.4 years; 53.6% female). MEASUREMENTS: The effects of statins use on cognitive performance and incident AD were examined by using linear regression model and Cox proportional hazards regression model, respectively. We further evaluated the moderating roles of genetic risks and individual-related factors on both multiplicative and additive scales.

resultsThe findings showed statins use was associated with an increased risk of AD development [hazard ratio (HR) 1.19 (95% CI: 1.08, 1.30)] compared with no use of statins. We further found significant negative additive interactions of statins use with APOE ε4 allele. Besides, the effects of statins use would be modified by age, sex and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). DISCUSSIONS: A protective effect of statins use was observed in those who carried two APOE ε4 alleles. Also, sex, age and CVDs could modify the effects of statins use, which would provide insights for the guideline of the statins therapy.

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Alzheimer DiseaseGenetic Predisposition to DiseaseHydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase InhibitorsAgedFemaleHumansIncidenceLongitudinal StudiesMaleMiddle AgedRisk FactorsUnited KingdomHydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase InhibitorsAlzheimer's disease (AD)Apolipoprotein E (APOE)StatinsUK Biobank

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