A 70-year-old man with AF and upper GI bleed now haemodynamically stable post-endoscopy (ulcer clipped). When should anticoagulation be restarted?...

Question

A 70-year-old man with AF and upper GI bleed now haemodynamically stable post-endoscopy (ulcer clipped). When should anticoagulation be restarted?

Accepted Answer

Restart within 7 days if haemostasis achieved

Answer

Never restart due to bleed

Answer

Restart immediately within 24 hours

Answer

Delay for 6 months

Answer

Switch to aspirin only

mrcp part 1 MCQ (SBA): Anticoagulation Resumption