Could a lower aspirin dose be safer for elderly heart patients?

NCT ID NCT07542860

First seen Apr 21, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a lower dose of aspirin (50 mg daily) works as well as the standard dose (100 mg) to prevent heart attacks and strokes in people aged 60 and older with heart disease. It involves over 5,400 Chinese participants who will be followed for about 6 years. The goal is to find the safest and most effective dose to reduce bleeding risks while still protecting the heart.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Peking University First Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Beijing, China

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