Aspirin to prevent stroke after aortic arch repair
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This study tests if taking aspirin after surgery to fix an aortic tear or aneurysm in the chest area can reduce the risk of stroke. Aspirin is a common blood thinner that may help prevent blood clots from forming and causing a stroke.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a type B or non-A non-B aortic dissection or a thoracic aortic aneurysm (a tear or bulging area in the aorta).
- You had a specific procedure called 'total endovascular aortic arch repair' to fix this problem, with stents placed in the branches of the aorta that go to your head and arms.
- You are willing to participate and sign a consent form.
- You have not had a stroke in the past, and you are not allergic to aspirin or similar drugs.
- You are not currently taking blood thinners like warfarin or other antiplatelet drugs.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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