Rivaroxaban-balances bleeding risk in chronic coronary syndrome
Written By : Dr. Nandita Mohan
Medically Reviewed By : Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli
Published On 2022-09-06 04:30 GMT | Update On 2022-09-06 11:14 GMT
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Globally, the prevalence of chronic coronary syndrome (CCS) increases with age. In India, there is a rapidly growing burden of coronary artery disease (CAD), which has become the leading cause of morbidity and mortality. JAPI reports a review article, about Rivaroxaban a new drug that is effective in managing bleeding risk and ischemic events in Chronic coronary syndrome.
Despite recommended medical therapy, patients with chronic coronary syndrome are still at risk of ischemic events. Currently, dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) is recommended in the form of aspirin and low dose rivaroxaban in patients with stable coronary artery disease and/or peripheral artery disease (PAD).
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