A 61-year-old with prior VTE and active malignancy asks about long-term anticoagulation for secondary prophylaxis. What is recommended?...

Question

A 61-year-old with prior VTE and active malignancy asks about long-term anticoagulation for secondary prophylaxis. What is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Indefinite anticoagulation while cancer is active and bleeding risk acceptable

Answer

No anticoagulation beyond 3 months

Answer

Aspirin only

Answer

IVC filter

Answer

Warfarin is the only option

Cancer-Associated Thrombosis — MRCP Part 1 MCQ