Why the study?
What is the minimum effective dose of aspirin for the prevention and treatment of ischemic stroke across different clinical indications?
Population
Patients at risk of or experiencing ischemic stroke, including those with acute ischemic stroke, atrial…
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Review
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May warrant individualized higher-dose aspirin for acute stroke and AF; leaves open need for randomized confirmation before practice change.
What is the minimum effective dose of aspirin for the prevention and treatment of ischemic stroke across different clinical indications?
Aspirin dosing for ischemic stroke prevention and treatment must be individualized by indication, with higher doses (160-325 mg) required for acute stroke and atrial fibrillation than sometimes recommended by national guidelines.
Ansara et al. (2010) studied this question.
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