Question

A 54-year-old with acute PE and normal renal function has no cancer or pregnancy. Which anticoagulant strategy is preferred initially?

Accepted Answer

Start a DOAC such as apixaban or rivaroxaban

Answer

Begin warfarin with heparin bridge

Answer

Start fondaparinux only

Answer

IVC filter placement then delayed anticoagulation

Answer

Dual antiplatelet therapy

Practice question

A 54-year-old with acute PE and normal renal function has no cancer or pregnancy. Which anticoagulant strategy is preferred initially?