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AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CARDIOLOGY
Volume 104, Issue 5A, Pages 16C-21CPublisher
EXCERPTA MEDICA INC-ELSEVIER SCIENCE INC
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2009.06.021
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Antiplatelet agents play an important role in the treatment of non-ST-segment elevation acute coronary syndromes (NSTE ACS), particularly for those at high risk, such as older adults (aged >= 75 years) where treatment may yield the greatest benefits. Paradoxically, older adults are also at higher risk from bleeding complications. Most randomized trials have enrolled few older persons, so data are sparse with which to guide clinical practice. In this review,we highlight the relevant trial evidence for antiplatelet therapy (aspirin, P2Y(12) inhibitors, and small molecule glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitors) in NSTE ACS in relation to age, taking into consideration the risks and benefits, dose, concomitant therapy, and duration of use. Given greater potential benefits from primary and secondary prevention strategies in cardiovascular care, it is important to apply guideline recommendations in older adults. However, given their complexity, it is important to further consider the application of existing and new therapies and strategies of care in real-world settings. (C) 2009 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. (Am J Cardiol 2009;104[suppl]:16C-21C)
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