A 60-year-old with AF on apixaban requests dental extraction planning. Normal renal function. What timing is appropriate?...

Question

A 60-year-old with AF on apixaban requests dental extraction planning. Normal renal function. What timing is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Hold apixaban 24-48 hours before extraction depending on bleeding risk

Answer

Hold 7 days before

Answer

No interruption for all extractions

Answer

Bridge with LMWH

Answer

Stop morning of procedure only

us-abim MCQ (SBA): DOAC Management for Dental Extraction