Angiology
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Antithrombotic therapy coupled with early use of cardiac catheterization and revascularization have decreased morbidity and mortality rates in patients who have acute ischemic heart disease but who carry a risk for bleeding. Bleeding complications in patients with acute coronary syndromes are associated with worse clinical outcomes, including recurrent ischemic events and death. ⋯ In this review, the incidence, predictors, and clinical outcomes associated with bleeding are discussed. Furthermore, the association between antithrombotic agents and bleeding and propose strategies to prevent bleeding complications are also discussed.