Aspirin was discovered in 1897. Since then it has been used extensively in the prevention of Cardiovascular disease.

 

The ESC Guidelines 2012 state that ‘Aspirin cannot be recommended in primary prevention due to its increased risk of major bleeding’

This video highlights the role of aspirin in current practice.

 

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