Usually, it is necessary to continue to take aspirin after stenting to prevent the formation of blood clots.
Taking antiplatelet drugs after stenting is to prevent the formation of systemic atherosclerotic thrombus. In addition, after implantation of stenting there is a slight damage to the endothelium of the blood vessel, and in the process of repairing it, platelets are prone to build up and may form thrombus again in the place of damage, blocking the blood vessel. Reasonable antiplatelet therapy can increase the patency rate of blood vessels after surgery and improve the survival rate of patients.
Aspirin is a commonly used antiplatelet drug in clinical practice. Studies have shown that aspirin can effectively prevent the formation of arterial blood clots and significantly reduce the incidence of cardiovascular events such as heart attack and cerebral infarction. After cardiac stenting, it is recommended to take a double combination of antiplatelet drugs, and aspirin combined with Tegretol is currently recommended, while aspirin often needs to be taken for a long period of time throughout life.
Whether or not to continue to take aspirin after stenting, it is recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions for medication.