Stent thrombosis in the setting of surgery Stent thrombosis is a serious complication, which is more likely with drug eluting stents (DES) than bare metal stents (BMS). This
Withholding anti platelet therapy in those with coronary stents Five to ten percent of patients who have been implanted a coronary stent will need a surgery within the
The current recommendation for withholding elective noncardiac surgery after drug eluting stent (DES) implantation when antiplatelet withdrawal is needed is: a) 3 months b) 6 months c) 12
