A 64-year-old with confirmed NSTEMI is planned for CABG in 24 hours. What should be done with ticagrelor?...

Question

A 64-year-old with confirmed NSTEMI is planned for CABG in 24 hours. What should be done with ticagrelor?

Accepted Answer

Hold ticagrelor at least 3 days before CABG if feasible

Answer

Continue ticagrelor to prevent reinfarction

Answer

Switch to prasugrel immediately

Answer

Stop all antiplatelets

Answer

Load clopidogrel instead

ukmla MCQ (SBA): NSTEMI