Last time I had my cholesterol done it was 225. Dr. Hibberd's answer: Yes, high cholesterol is a familial disorder and does have a genetic component. Your height and weight do not factor into your cholesterol levels, but they do factor into your cardiac, stroke, and vascular risks.
Medical Side of the War: Challenges and Triumphs. Amputations. Amputations were the most common surgical procedure of the war. Many lives were saved by these operations even though there was public criticism for performing too many amputations.
Appendicitis is a common operation for general surgeons. So much so, that it is amazing that our species survived the millennium. Very few people ever die of appendicitis in the modern world. Now-a-days, i would venture to say that laparoscopic appendectomy is the common operation to remove the appendix.