Question

A 65-year-old with PAD and recent bypass graft (prosthetic) asks about antiplatelet therapy duration. Which is reasonable?

Accepted Answer

Consider DAPT for a limited period after surgical revascularization with prosthetic graft

Answer

Avoid antiplatelets after surgery

Answer

DAPT indefinitely for all grafts

Answer

Rivaroxaban full dose plus aspirin indefinitely

Answer

Warfarin plus aspirin for all patients

Practice question

A 65-year-old with PAD and recent bypass graft (prosthetic) asks about antiplatelet therapy duration. Which is reasonable?