What is the recommended treatment for a patient with high cardiovascular risk, already on a maximally tolerated statin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor) dose, to further lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels, potentially using Repatha (evolocumab)?

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