Shorter DAPT Tested Following CABG
TOP-CABG compared 3 months vs 12 months of ticagrelor plus aspirin following bypass surgery.
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By
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Kathryn Wighton
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June 8, 2026
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Clinical Scorecard: Shorter DAPT Tested Following CABG
At a Glance
| Category | Detail |
| Condition | |
| Key Mechanisms | Ticagrelor-based dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) for reducing SVG occlusion and bleeding risk. |
| Target Population | |
| Care Setting | |
Key Highlights
- Emphasize the clinical relevance of the noninferiority findings for SVG occlusion.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Management
Monitoring & Follow-up
- Monitor for SVG occlusion and bleeding events within 1 year, including specific imaging techniques.
Risks
Patient & Prescribing Data
Detail patient selection criteria for the 3-month DAPT strategy.
Clinical Best Practices
- Include a note on excluding patients unable to tolerate early postoperative DAPT.
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