Omega-3 fatty acid ethyl esters do not improve clopidogrel associated P2Y12 inhibition in stroke patients
The specific action of omega-3 fatty acid ethyl esters (OFA) in preventing cerebrovascular disease remains unknown, but research has demonstrated multiple possible mechanisms. In addition to altering lipid profiles, OFA may inhibit platelet aggregation. Clopidogrel inhibits platelets via the P2Y12 r...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2015-06-01
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Series: | Neurology International |
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Online Access: | http://www.pagepress.org/journals/index.php/ni/article/view/5809 |