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What is the advantage of taking aspirin following coronary artery bypass surgery?

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Dr. Daniel Steffy answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Platelets: Aspirin reduces the bloods ability to form clots, most importantly in or near your grafts.

Answered 1/9/2021

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Dr. Payam Mehranpour answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Cardiology

Prevention: It is to help prevent future heart attacks. As with any other medication, risks should be weighed against benefits.

Answered 11/17/2013

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Reduces clotting: One of the side effects of Aspirin is that it interferes with platelet function and reduces the blood's ability to clot. You are already taking celebrex (celecoxib). This medication also interferes with blood clotting. You should not take asprin while taking Celebrex (celecoxib) without explicit clearance from your doctor. Do not self medicate with this combination.

Answered 6/24/2014

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