A 76-year-old with provoked DVT after surgery completed 3 months of apixaban and is doing well. What is the recommended duration of anticoagulation?...

Question

A 76-year-old with provoked DVT after surgery completed 3 months of apixaban and is doing well. What is the recommended duration of anticoagulation?

Accepted Answer

Stop after 3 months for a provoked event

Answer

Continue indefinitely regardless of risk

Answer

Treat for only 6 weeks

Answer

Treat for 12 months routinely

Answer

Switch to aspirin for 2 years

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Deep Vein Thrombosis