Low-dose aspirin beats high-dose after cardiac surgery

Second study attributes long-term heart attack survival rates to rising use of cardiac drugs
The use of medicines to fight cardiovascular disease has been a primary focus of research in this area for the past several decades, as combinations of interventions and medicinal therapy have gradually begun to increase long-term survival rates. Two studies presented today at the American College of Cardiology's 56th Annual Scientific Session look at the measurable impact of the use of aspirin and other maintenance therapies, and one demonstrates that lower doses of therapies may prove to be just as beneficial while also lowering side effects. ACC.07 is the premier cardiovascular medical meeting, bringing together cardiologists and cardiovascular specialists to further breakthroughs in cardiovascular medicine.
"Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death today, and the major focus of research is to find better ways to help these patients through prevention, immediate intervention and long-term treatment regimens," said Douglas P. Zipes, M.D., Distinguished Professor of the Indiana University School of Medicine. "As we continue to discover the benefits of these therapies, we expect to see continued and measurable improvements in overall survival and quality of life."
Effects of Aspirin dose on Ischemic Events and Bleeding after Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI): Insights from the PCI-CURE Study (Presentation Number: 2805-9)