Question

A 58-year-old man post-DES placement for NSTEMI with low bleeding risk asks about DAPT duration. What is the standard recommended duration?

Accepted Answer

At least 6 months of DAPT, consider longer if ischemic risk high

Answer

1 month of DAPT then aspirin alone

Answer

3 months of DAPT then stop P2Y12

Answer

12 months of DAPT only if STEMI

Answer

Aspirin monotherapy immediately if stent fully expanded

Practice question

A 58-year-old man post-DES placement for NSTEMI with low bleeding risk asks about DAPT duration. What is the standard recommended duration?