Altered platelet reactivity, coagulation, endothelial and inflammatory markers early after smoking cessation verified with cotinine plasma concentration

Conclusion: After smoking cessation in CAD patients following PCI an increase in platelet reactivity and a decrease in P-selectin levels were observed. The risk of thrombotic complications post PCI might be paradoxically enhanced among patients who stopped smoking.
Source: Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis - Category: Hematology Source Type: research