anti-platelet therapy

Anti-platelet therapy involves medications that prevent blood cells called platelets from clumping together and forming blood clots. These clots can block blood flow to vital organs like the heart or brain, leading to heart attacks or strokes. Such therapy is commonly prescribed for individuals at risk of clot-related events, including those with cardiovascular disease, after certain surgeries, or following a stroke. Anti-platelet drugs, like aspirin or clopidogrel, work by reducing the blood’s tendency to form clots, helping to maintain proper blood flow and prevent serious health complications.