Why the study?
Does dipyridamole, alone or with acetylsalicylic acid, prevent platelet consumption in patients with artificial heart valves?
Population
18 patients with artificial heart valves
Design
Case_series
Authors
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Supports further study of dipyridamole-ASA synergy but should not change prosthetic valve management.
Does dipyridamole, alone or with acetylsalicylic acid, prevent platelet consumption in patients with artificial heart valves?
Dipyridamole, especially when potentiated by acetylsalicylic acid, effectively prevents platelet consumption caused by artificial heart valves.
Harker et al. (1970) studied this question.