SAQ: Discuss aspirin resistance Flashcards

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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)

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Possible mutations

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  • COX-1 polymorphism (not proven)

- GPIIIa platelet receptor

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Glucose control and body weight

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  • Associated with obesity

- high HbA1c

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Conditions of high platelet turnover

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  • CABG
  • ACS
  • Acute/chronic infection/inflammation
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