How does aspirin affect blood clot formation in patients with atrial fibrillation and is it a viable alternative to other anticoagulants?
Himanshu PrajapatiContributor
How does aspirin affect blood clot formation in patients with atrial fibrillation?
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Aspirin inhibits platelet aggregation by blocking the enzyme cyclooxygenase, reducing clot formation. However, for atrial fibrillation, anticoagulants like warfarin are preferred due to their efficacy in preventing strokes.