Platelet Activation and Atherothrombosis

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Authors

Carlo Patrono · Catholic University of America

Abstract

This review of the role of platelets in atherothrombosis illuminates the surprisingly numerous activities of these tiny, anucleate cells and stresses their participation in the inflammatory component of atherothrombosis. The information is presented in the context of the prevention of atherothrombosis by antiplatelet agents now in clinical use.

Topics & Keywords

Antiplatelet Therapy and Cardiovascular Diseases Venous Thromboembolism Diagnosis and Management Lipoproteins and Cardiovascular Health

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: New England Journal of Medicine

Volume 357, Issue 24, pp. 2482-2494

DOI: 10.1056/nejmra071014

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