A patient has completed three months of anticoagulation for a proximal DVT provoked by major surgery. Recovery is complete, the provoking factor has r...

Question

A patient has completed three months of anticoagulation for a proximal DVT provoked by major surgery. Recovery is complete, the provoking factor has resolved and the course has been uncomplicated. What should now be considered?

Accepted Answer

Stop anticoagulation after a documented risk–benefit review

Answer

Continue anticoagulation after documenting low bleeding risk

Answer

Continue anticoagulation pending repeat proximal-vein ultrasound

Answer

Change anticoagulation to aspirin after three months

Answer

Continue anticoagulation for six months before formal review

Venous Thromboembolism — MRCP Part 1 MCQ

A patient has completed three months of anticoagulation for a proximal DVT provoked by major surgery. Recovery is complete, the provoking factor has resolved and the course has been uncomplicated. What should now be considered?