Prevalence and Effects of High-Intensity Statins for Japanese Patients Presenting With Acute Coronary Syndrome ― A Post Hoc Secondary Analysis of STOPDAPT-2 ACS ―

Abstract

The prevalence of high-intensity statins has increased substantially in Japan. The use of the higher doses of statins in ACS patients recommended in the guidelines was associated with a significantly lower risk of the primary cardiovascular composite endpoint compared with lower-dose statins.