Question

A 63-year-old with stable coronary disease asks about aspirin for primary prevention. 10‑year ASCVD risk 8%, no prior CVD. What do USPSTF recommendations support?

Accepted Answer

Consider aspirin; benefits generally small and bleeding risk may outweigh benefit

Answer

Routine aspirin for all ≥50 years

Answer

High-dose aspirin only

Answer

Dual antiplatelet therapy

Answer

Aspirin is mandatory with any calcified plaque

Practice question

A 63-year-old with stable coronary disease asks about aspirin for primary prevention. 10‑year ASCVD risk 8%, no prior CVD. What do USPSTF recommendations support?