I have a tumor slightly bigger than a golf ball in my abdomen, probably due to ovarian cancer. also have a history of heart attack and 3 stents. can i stay on plavix (clopidogrel) and still have the surgery?

Best to ask doctors.: Your cardiologist and gynecological surgeon will need to have an input in the decision to stop/continue the plavix (clopidogrel).

When were : The stents placed? Are they drug eluting? Plavix (clopidogrel) significantly increases bleeding risks with surgery.

Probably not: Bleeding risk for surgery. Will do alternative therapy and be off Plavix (clopidogrel) for five -seven days.

See doctors: Prior to surgery, a person with these problems and this medication should see a cardiologist and surgeon to discuss medical history and medications. Plavix (clopidogrel) is frequently stopped about 7-10 days before surgery, and may be replaced with other medications to prevent clotting. They will advise.