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How many days do I stop taking Plavix & aspirin before having a EGD and colonoscopy. I do have Heart problems, had open heart surgery in Dec. 2000 four by passes, all are l00% blocked now. My left neck artery is 79% blocked. My Vascular Specialists will not operate until I have a stroke or heart attack.
Thu, 31 Aug 2017
Hello,
Aspirin should be stopped one day before procedure
Consult your treating cardiologist for expert opinion
Wishing you good health
Thanks
Aspirin should be stopped one day before procedure
Consult your treating cardiologist for expert opinion
Wishing you good health
Thanks
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