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Platelets, thrombosis and drugs.

J F Mustard, M A Packham

    Drugs
    |January 1, 1975
    PubMed
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    Platelets are key in venous thrombosis. This review outlines drugs that inhibit platelet function, aiding in managing thromboembolic disease and suggesting combined anti-platelet and anticoagulant therapy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiovascular Medicine
    • Hematology

    Background:

    • Thrombosis involves vessel wall, blood components, coagulation, and flow.
    • Platelets are central to venous thrombosis initiation and growth.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review drugs inhibiting platelet function.
    • To discuss their role in managing thromboembolic disease.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of anti-platelet agents.
    • Analysis of platelet reactions and drug inhibition.

    Main Results:

    • Platelet adhesion to collagen and aggregation are key processes.
    • Various drugs inhibit platelet function at different stages.
    • Agents like NSAIDs, dipyridamole, hydroxychloroquine, clofibrate, and dextran are discussed.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding drug inhibition of platelet reactions is crucial for therapy.
    • Combination therapy with anti-platelet drugs and anticoagulants may be beneficial.