Question

A 61-year-old without ASCVD asks about aspirin for primary prevention. 10-year ASCVD risk is 11%, no bleeding history. What do current recommendations advise?

Accepted Answer

Do not initiate aspirin at age ≥60 for primary prevention

Answer

Initiate aspirin 81 mg daily for primary prevention

Answer

Initiate aspirin only if risk ≥20%

Answer

Individualize decision for all adults ≥40 regardless of risk

Answer

Start aspirin 325 mg daily for greater benefit

Practice question

A 61-year-old without ASCVD asks about aspirin for primary prevention. 10-year ASCVD risk is 11%, no bleeding history. What do current recommendations advise?