European Heart Journal
Although the relative benefits of ticagrelor were similar in patients with reduced renal function (eGFR<60mL/min), absolute benefits were higher as their risk of major adverse CV events was higher. There was however an excess of minor bleeding events.
Cardiovascular Management in Pregnancy: Antithrombotic Agents and Antiplatelet Agents
Circulation
This article reviews the use of anticoagulants and antiplatelets during pregnancy and highlights their clinical utility in conditions including VTE, thrombophilias, mechanical heart valves, APLS, pre-eclampsia, intrauterine growth restriction, and placental abruption.
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