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May 09, 2018

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Best choice for antithrombotic therapy after TAVR depends on patient characteristics

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement has revolutionized the management of aortic stenosis in recent years.

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Aspirin Topic Review

Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is a versatile drug from the salicylate class.

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Treatment - STEMI Medical Therapy

Initial medical management of STEMI consists of relief of ischemic pain with nitrates and morphine, antithrombotic measures including antiplatelet agents (aspirin, thienopyridines and glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitors), and systemic anticoagulation (heparin or bivalirudin) and beta-adrenergic blockade.