Effects of different CYP2C19 genotypes on prognosis of patients complicated with atrial fibrillation taking clopidogrel after PCI.

In conclusion, the increased total cholesterol level and the history of smoking and drinking are the independent risk factors of clopidogrel resistance in patients complicated with atrial fibrillation after PCI. The incidence rates of cardiac complications are increased significantly in patients with PM CYP2C19 genotype. PMID: 30233700 [PubMed]
Source: Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine - Category: General Medicine Tags: Exp Ther Med Source Type: research