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Pradhan A, Bhandari M, Vishwakarma P, Sethi R. Clopidogrel resistance and its relevance: Current concepts. J Family Med Prim Care 2024; 13:2187-2199. [PMID: 39027844 PMCID: PMC11254075 DOI: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_1473_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2023] [Revised: 01/18/2024] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024] Open
Abstract
Clopidogrel is the most widely used P2Y12 receptor inhibitor (P2Y12i) as a part of dual antiplatelet therapy along with aspirin. Clopidogrel is a pro-drug and is metabolized to its active metabolite by the hepatic enzyme cytochrome P4502C19 (CYP2C19). This active metabolite is responsible for the antiplatelet action of clopidogrel. Recent studies have demonstrated that single nucleotide polymorphisms in the CYP2C19 gene, including CYP2C19*2,*3,*4, and *5 alleles, result in reduced production of the active metabolite of clopidogrel, and hence reduced inhibition of platelet aggregation. This in turn enhances the incidence of stent thrombosis and recurrent cardiovascular (CV) events. We report a case of coronary stent thrombosis due to clopidogrel resistance proven by CYP2C19 genotyping. We then review the literature on clopidogrel resistance and its impact on CV outcomes. Subsequently, we discuss the methods of diagnosis of resistance, evidence from clinical trials for tailoring clopidogrel therapy, the role of potent P2Y12 inhibitors, the current guidelines, and future directions.
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- Akshyaya Pradhan
- Department of Cardiology, King George’s Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Cardiology, King George’s Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Cardiology, King George’s Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Cardiology, King George’s Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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van der Sangen NM, Küçük IT, Ten Berg JM, Beijk MA, Delewi R, den Hartog AW, Appelman Y, Verouden NJ, Kikkert WJ, Henriques JP, Claessen BE. P2Y 12-inhibitor monotherapy after coronary stenting: are all P2Y 12-inhibitors equal? Expert Rev Cardiovasc Ther 2022; 20:637-645. [PMID: 35916833 DOI: 10.1080/14779072.2022.2104248] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/16/2022]
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INTRODUCTION P2Y12-inhibitor monotherapy following 1-3 months of dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) reduces (major) bleeding without an apparent increase in ischemic events and has therefore emerged as an alternative to 6-12 months of DAPT following percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). However, there are important differences between the available P2Y12-inhibitors (clopidogrel, prasugrel, and ticagrelor) as agents of choice for P2Y12-inhibitor monotherapy. AREAS COVERED This review critically appraises the evidence for P2Y12-inhibitor monotherapy after PCI using either clopidogrel, prasugrel, or ticagrelor. Furthermore, we discuss ongoing trials and future directions for research. EXPERT OPINION P2Y12-inhibitor monotherapy following 1-3 months of DAPT is an alternative to 6-12 months of DAPT following PCI. Ticagrelor may be considered the current preferred option due to its reliable effect on platelet reactivity and its predominant use in clinical trials. Prasugrel could serve as a useful substitute for those not tolerating ticagrelor, but more research into prasugrel monotherapy is warranted. Alternatively, clopidogrel can be used, although there are concerns of high platelet reactivity, especially when genotyping and/or platelet function testing are not used. Future research will need to address the minimal duration of DAPT before switching to P2Y12-inhibitor monotherapy and what the optimal antithrombotic therapy beyond 12 months is.
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- Niels Mr van der Sangen
- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, St. Antonius Hospital, Nieuwegein, The Netherlands.,Department of Cardiology, University Medical Center Maastricht, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, VU University, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, VU University, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Cardiology, Onze Lieve Vrouwe Gasthuis, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Verheugt FWA, Damman P, Damen SAJ, Wykrzykowska JJ, Woelders ECI, van Geuns RJM. P2Y12 blocker monotherapy after percutaneous coronary intervention. Neth Heart J 2021; 29:566-576. [PMID: 34101134 PMCID: PMC8556441 DOI: 10.1007/s12471-021-01582-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/03/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
Abstract
For secondary prevention of coronary artery disease (CAD) antiplatelet therapy is essential. For patients undergoing a percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) temporary dual antiplatelet platelet therapy (DAPT: aspirin combined with a P2Y12 blocker) is mandatory, but leads to more bleeding than single antiplatelet therapy with aspirin. Therefore, to reduce bleeding after a PCI the duration of DAPT is usually kept as short as clinically acceptable; thereafter aspirin monotherapy is administered. Another option to reduce bleeding is to discontinue aspirin at the time of DAPT cessation and thereafter to administer P2Y12 blocker monotherapy. To date, five randomised trials have been published comparing DAPT with P2Y12 blocker monotherapy in 32,181 stented patients. Also two meta-analyses addressing this novel therapy have been presented. P2Y12 blocker monotherapy showed a 50-60% reduction in major bleeding when compared to DAPT without a significant increase in ischaemic outcomes, including stent thrombosis. This survey reviews the findings in the current literature concerning P2Y12 blocker monotherapy after PCI.
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- F W A Verheugt
- Department of Cardiology, Onze Lieve Vrouwe Gasthuis, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Cardiology, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, University Medical Centre, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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Voll F, Kuna C, Ndrepepa G, Kastrati A, Cassese S. Antithrombotic treatment in primary percutaneous coronary intervention. Expert Rev Cardiovasc Ther 2021; 19:313-324. [PMID: 33705211 DOI: 10.1080/14779072.2021.1902807] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Despite a timely mechanical reperfusion with primary percutaneous coronary intervention (pPCI) patients presenting with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) display an increased risk of adverse cardiovascular events. Several studies have demonstrated that guideline-directed antithrombotic therapy is effective to reduce this risk. However, there is still much to be accomplished to improve antithrombotic therapies in this clinical setting. AREAS COVERED This paper reviews current data on antithrombotic therapy in STEMI patients undergoing pPCI. EXPERT OPINION Antithrombotic therapy for STEMI patients undergoing pPCI should take into account the variability of thrombotic and bleeding risk in the short and long term. Patients with STEMI profit from the administration of early onset antiplatelet agents and anticoagulation to achieve sufficient and predictable antithrombotic effect at the time of pPCI. Thereafter, antithrombotic therapies should be tailored to individual risk of recurrence over the long term, to avoid excess bleeding, while ensuring adequate secondary ischemic prevention.
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- Felix Voll
- Klinik für Herz- und Kreislauferkrankungen, Deutsches Herzzentrum München, Technische Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Klinik für Herz- und Kreislauferkrankungen, Deutsches Herzzentrum München, Technische Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Klinik für Herz- und Kreislauferkrankungen, Deutsches Herzzentrum München, Technische Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Klinik für Herz- und Kreislauferkrankungen, Deutsches Herzzentrum München, Technische Universität München, Munich, Germany.,DZHK (German Centre for Cardiovascular Research), partner site Munich Heart Alliance, Munich, Germany
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- Klinik für Herz- und Kreislauferkrankungen, Deutsches Herzzentrum München, Technische Universität München, Munich, Germany
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Zheng KL, Wallen H, Aradi D, Godschalk TC, Hackeng CM, Dahlen JR, Ten Berg JM. The Total Thrombus Formation (T-TAS) platelet (PL) assay, a novel test that evaluates whole blood platelet thrombus formation under physiological conditions. Platelets 2021; 33:273-277. [PMID: 33554695 DOI: 10.1080/09537104.2021.1882669] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT, aspirin, and a P2Y12 inhibitor) reduces thrombotic events in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD). The T-TAS PL assay uses arterial shear flow over collagen surface, better mimicking in vivo conditions compared to conventional agonist-based platelet function assays, to evaluate platelet function. Here, the platelet function in patients taking DAPT is evaluated with the T-TAS PL assay. In 57 patients with CAD, taking DAPT ≥7 days (n = 22 for clopidogrel, n = 15 for prasugrel, n = 20 for ticagrelor), T-TAS PL assessments were performed in duplicate, and expressed as area under the flow pressure curve within a 10-minute period (AUC10). The duplicate measurements were strongly correlated (r = 0.90, p < .001), with an intra-assay coefficient of variation (CV) of 11,5%. For clopidogrel, the median AUC10 was 11.5 (IQR5.9-41.8), for prasugrel 28.8 (IQR10.3-37.6), and for ticagrelor 8.9 (IQR 6.4-10.9). All measurements were below the AUC10 cutoff of 260 measured in healthy volunteers, suggesting excellent discrimination of DAPT-treated and untreated persons. The new T-TAS PL assay demonstrated complete discrimination of platelet function in patients on DAPT based on an established cutoff. Ticagrelor showed lower levels of platelet function and a more uniform response compared to prasugrel and clopidogrel.
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- K L Zheng
- Department of Cardiology, St. Antonius Hospital, Nieuwegein, Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Danderyd Hospital, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Cardiology, Heart Center Balatonfüred, and Heart and Vascular Center, Semmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Cardiology, St. Antonius Hospital, Nieuwegein, Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, St. Antonius Hospital, Nieuwegein, Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, St. Antonius Hospital, Nieuwegein, Netherlands
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Wen M, Li Y, Qu X, Zhu Y, Tian L, Shen Z, Yang X, Shi X. Comparison of platelet reactivity between prasugrel and ticagrelor in patients with acute coronary syndrome: a meta-analysis. BMC Cardiovasc Disord 2020; 20:430. [PMID: 33004000 PMCID: PMC7530967 DOI: 10.1186/s12872-020-01603-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2018] [Accepted: 06/26/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Background This meta-analysis aimed to compare the effects of prasugrel and ticagrelor on high (HTPR) and low on-treatment platelet reactivity (LTPR) in patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Methods Eligible studies were retrieved from PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Library. HTPR and LTPR were evaluated on the basis of the vasodilator-stimulated phosphoprotein platelet reactivity index (VASP-PRI) and P2Y12 reaction units (PRUs). HTPR and LTPR were analyzed using risk ratios (RRs) and their 95% confidence intervals (CIs). Weighted mean difference (WMD) and 95% CI were used to calculate the pooled effect size of platelet reactivity (PR). Results Fourteen eligible studies were obtained, which included 2629 patients treated with ticagrelor (n = 1340) and prasugrel (n = 1289). The pooled results showed that the prasugrel-treated patients had higher platelet reactivity than the ticagrelor-treated patients (PRU: WMD = − 32.26; 95% CI: − 56.48 to − 8.76; P < 0.01; VASP-PRI: WMD = − 9.61; 95% CI: − 14.63 to − 4.60; P = 0.002). No significant difference in HTPR based on PRU was identified between the ticagrelor and prasugrel groups (P = 0.71), whereas a lower HTPR based on VASP-PRI was found in the ticagrelor-treated patients than in the prasugrel-treated patients (RR = 0.30; 95% CI: 0.12–0.75; P = 0.010). In addition, the results showed a lower LTPR was observed in the prasugrel group than in the ticagrelor group (RR = 1.40; 95% CI: 1.08–1.81; P = 0.01). Conclusions Prasugrel might enable higher platelet reactivity than ticagrelor. Ticagrelor could lead to a decrease in HTPR and increase in LTPR. However, this result was only obtained in pooled observational studies. Several uncertainties such as the nondeterminancy of the effectiveness of ticagrelor estimated using VASP-PRI or the definition of HTPR (a high or modifiable risk factor) might have affected our results.
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- Mingxiang Wen
- Intensive Care Unit, Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital, No. 58 Zhongshan East Road, Nanming District, Guiyang, 550002, Guizhou, China.
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- Emergency Department, Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital, Guiyang, 550002, Guizhou, China
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- Emergency Department, Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital, Guiyang, 550002, Guizhou, China
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- Radiology Department, Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital, Guiyang, 550002, Guizhou, China
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- Endocrine Department, The First People's Hospital of Guiyang, Guiyang, 550002, Guizhou, China
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- Endocrine Department, The First People's Hospital of Guiyang, Guiyang, 550002, Guizhou, China
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- Emergency Department, Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital, Guiyang, 550002, Guizhou, China
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- Intensive Care Unit, Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital, No. 58 Zhongshan East Road, Nanming District, Guiyang, 550002, Guizhou, China.
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Antithrombotics: From Aspirin to DOACs in Coronary Artery Disease and Atrial Fibrillation (Part 3/5). J Am Coll Cardiol 2019; 74:699-711. [PMID: 31277840 DOI: 10.1016/j.jacc.2019.02.080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2018] [Revised: 01/22/2019] [Accepted: 02/04/2019] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
Abstract
For secondary prevention of coronary artery disease (CAD), oral antiplatelet therapy is essential. In case of coronary intervention, temporary dual antiplatelet therapy is mandatory as well. Recently, low-dose oral anticoagulation has entered the CAD arena. Atrial fibrillation (AF) is often seen in CAD and vice versa. In most patients stroke prevention in AF consists of oral anticoagulation. In many cases of CAD in patients with AF, anticoagulation has to be combined with antiplatelet agents (so called, dual pathway antithrombotic therapy). Excess bleeding in these conditions is a rapidly rising problem. This review addresses the antithrombotic options in CAD alone, in AF alone, and in their combination, when either an invasive or a noninvasive approach has been chosen.
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Warlo EMK, Arnesen H, Seljeflot I. A brief review on resistance to P2Y 12 receptor antagonism in coronary artery disease. Thromb J 2019; 17:11. [PMID: 31198410 PMCID: PMC6558673 DOI: 10.1186/s12959-019-0197-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2019] [Accepted: 04/25/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Background Platelet inhibition is important for patients with coronary artery disease. When dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) is required, a P2Y12-antagonist is usually recommended in addition to standard aspirin therapy. The most used P2Y12-antagonists are clopidogrel, prasugrel and ticagrelor. Despite DAPT, some patients experience adverse cardiovascular events, and insufficient platelet inhibition has been suggested as a possible cause. In the present review we have performed a literature search on prevalence, mechanisms and clinical implications of resistance to P2Y12 inhibitors. Methods The PubMed database was searched for relevant papers and 11 meta-analyses were included. P2Y12 resistance is measured by stimulating platelets with ADP ex vivo and the most used assays are vasodilator stimulated phosphoprotein (VASP), Multiplate, VerifyNow (VN) and light transmission aggregometry (LTA). Discussion/conclusion The frequency of high platelet reactivity (HPR) during clopidogrel therapy is predicted to be 30%. Genetic polymorphisms and drug-drug interactions are discussed to explain a significant part of this inter-individual variation. HPR during prasugrel and ticagrelor treatment is estimated to be 3–15% and 0–3%, respectively. This lower frequency is explained by less complicated and more efficient generation of the active metabolite compared to clopidogrel. Meta-analyses do show a positive effect of adjusting standard clopidogrel treatment based on platelet function testing. Despite this, personalized therapy is not recommended because no large-scale RCT have shown any clinical benefit. For patients on prasugrel and ticagrelor, platelet function testing is not recommended due to low occurrence of HPR.
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- Ellen M K Warlo
- 1Center for Clinical Heart Research, Department of Cardiology, Oslo University Hospital, Pb 4956 Nydalen, 0424 Oslo, Norway.,2Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway.,3Center for Heart Failure Research, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- 1Center for Clinical Heart Research, Department of Cardiology, Oslo University Hospital, Pb 4956 Nydalen, 0424 Oslo, Norway.,2Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway.,3Center for Heart Failure Research, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- 1Center for Clinical Heart Research, Department of Cardiology, Oslo University Hospital, Pb 4956 Nydalen, 0424 Oslo, Norway.,2Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway.,3Center for Heart Failure Research, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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