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Triple, dual, and single antithrombotic therapy for patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing percutaneous

Yuichi Saito1,2, Yoshio Kobayashi3

  • 1Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Chiba University Graduate School of Medicine, 1-8-1 Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba, 260-8677, Japan. saitoyuichi1984@gmail.com.

Cardiovascular Intervention and Therapeutics
|July 9, 2019
PubMed

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Optimal antithrombotic therapy for patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and coronary artery disease undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is unclear. This review examines current evidence on balancing ischemic event reduction with bleeding risk from triple therapy.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Atrial fibrillation (AF) and coronary artery disease (CAD) frequently coexist.
  • Both conditions necessitate antithrombotic therapy to prevent ischemic events.
  • Optimal antithrombotic strategies for patients with AF undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) are not well-defined.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current evidence on antithrombotic therapy for patients with AF undergoing PCI.
  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of different antithrombotic regimens.
  • To provide insights into updated guideline recommendations.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent clinical trials.
  • Analysis of guideline updates regarding antithrombotic therapy.
  • Synthesis of evidence on triple therapy versus alternative regimens.

Main Results:

  • Triple therapy (oral anticoagulant plus dual antiplatelet therapy) is a common initial strategy for AF patients undergoing PCI.
  • Triple therapy is associated with a high risk of severe bleeding events.
  • Recent trials and updated guidelines offer new perspectives on antithrombotic management.

Conclusions:

  • Balancing the prevention of ischemic events and the risk of bleeding is crucial in AF patients undergoing PCI.
  • Current evidence suggests a need for individualized antithrombotic approaches.
  • Further research is needed to establish definitive optimal therapeutic regimens.

Keywords:
Antithrombotic therapyAtrial fibrillationPercutaneous coronary intervention

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