Abstract:BackgroundSince the clinical trial VIGOUR, in which the use of rofecoxib was proved to be connected to a larger number of cardiovascular accidents, an increase in cardiovascular diseases connected to the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs has been observed.PurposeThis study intends to evaluate cardiovascular impact related to the use of non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.Material and methodsA retrospective observational study of a clinical cohort over 5 years was done in which all patients older t… Show more
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