The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg.
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · Jul 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialEffects of preoperative aspirin in coronary artery bypass grafting: a double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized trial.
This trial was undertaken to determine the safety and efficacy of preoperative aspirin administration in a contemporary cardiac surgical practice setting. ⋯ Performing coronary grafts on aspirin is associated with increased postoperative bleeding but may decrease the long-term hazard of coronary events.