Question

A 62-year-old without CVD asks about aspirin for primary prevention. He has a 10-year ASCVD risk of 12% and no bleeding risks. What is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Avoid aspirin initiation at age ≥60 for primary prevention

Answer

Initiate low-dose aspirin routinely

Answer

Start high-dose aspirin (325 mg) if risk >10%

Answer

Initiate aspirin only if LDL-C is at goal

Answer

Aspirin is indicated only for women

Practice question

A 62-year-old without CVD asks about aspirin for primary prevention. He has a 10-year ASCVD risk of 12% and no bleeding risks. What is recommended?