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A 78-year-old man is admitted following a fall. He is found to have new-onset atrial fibrillation on ECG. His CHA2DS2-VASc score is 4 (Age >75, Hypertension). He has no history of bleeding disorders or active bleeding. According to NICE guidelines, what is the most appropriate long-term anticoagulation?

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