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Thromb Haemost 2021; 121(01): 008-014
DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1715830
DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1715830
Invited Clinical Focus
Lessons Learnt from Recent Trials in Ischemic Heart Disease
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Abstract
Four recently published randomized controlled trials have informed the care of patients with stable ischemic heart disease. The purpose of this clinical focus article is to offer a summary and critical appraisal of the recent evidence. We aim to aid clinicians in the translation of the trial evidence to patient care.
Keywords
ischemic heart disease - percutaneous coronary intervention - coronary artery bypass graft - placeboPublication History
Received: 26 February 2020
Accepted: 15 July 2020
Article published online:
30 August 2020
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