Existing antiplatelet and anticoagulant agents for the prevention and treatment of thrombosis are associated with bleeding risk. Here, Mackman and colleagues provide an overview of haemostasis and thrombosis and assess the advantages and limitations of existing antithrombotics. The emerging antithrombotic targets and agents in development as well as the associated challenges are discussed.
- Nigel Mackman
- Wolfgang Bergmeier
- Jeffrey I. Weitz
