Possibilities of secondary prevention of cardiovascular complications: Focus at combination of acetylsalicylic acid with magnesium hydroxide
Abstract. Thrombotic complications are remaining to be the leading cause of cardiovascular mortality in Russia and throughout the world. Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) is a key component of antithrombotic therapy, but its use is limited by the risk of gastrointestinal complications. The combination of ASA with magnesium hydroxide makes it possible to minimize side effects while maintaining high efficiency.Derevyanchenko M.V., Makarov L.A.
The aim of the presented literature review is to analyze current data on the use of ASA in combination with magnesium hydroxide for thrombotic complications prevention in patients having cardiovascular diseases. Article discusses the classification of antithrombotic drugs, role and place of ASA in the prevention of recurrent myocardial infarction, ischemic stroke, unstable angina pectoris and thrombotic complications after vascular interventions in accordance with current clinical guidelines, as well as peculiarities of the action and advantages of ASA combination with magnesium hydroxide.
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About the Authors
Maria V. Derevyanchenko, MD, Dr. Sci. (Medicine), associate professor, professor of the Department of internal medicine, Volgograd State Medical University of the Ministry of Health of Russia. Address: 400131, Volgograd, 1 Pavshikh Bortsov Sq.E-mail: derevjanchenko@gmail.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6232-4583
Lev A.Makarov, student of Beijing College of Information Technology. Address: 100081, China, Beijing, No. 5 South Zhongguancun St., Haidian district.
E-mail: lam20082007@gmail.com