A patient presents with xanthomas on the Achilles tendon. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

Options

1. Familial hypercholesterolemia
2. Tangier disease
3. Familial hyperchylomicronemia
4. Type III hyperlipoproteinemia

Correct Answer

Familial hypercholesterolemia

Explanation

Tendon xanthomas, especially on the Achilles tendon, are characteristic of familial hypercholesterolemia, an autosomal dominant disorder caused by LDL receptor defects leading to elevated LDL cholesterol levels.

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