SAQ: Discuss aspirin resistance Flashcards
1
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Drug mechanisms
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- Some drugs may compete for COX1 binding (NSAIDs)
- PPIs may encourage hydrolysis of aspirin by GI mucosal esterases (not proven)
2
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Possible mutations
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- COX-1 polymorphism (not proven)
- GPIIIa platelet receptor
3
Q
Glucose control and body weight
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- Associated with obesity
- high HbA1c
4
Q
Conditions of high platelet turnover
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- CABG
- ACS
- Acute/chronic infection/inflammation