Incidence, Predictors, and Prognostic Implications of Hospitalization for Late Bleeding After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Patients Older Than 65 Years

Abstract

Hospitalization for late bleeding after PCI is associated with substantially increased risk of death and myocardial infarction. The use of triple therapy (i.e., aspirin, thienopyridine, and warfarin) is associated with the highest risk of late bleeding.