A 72-year-old with AF and CHA2DS2-VASc=4 is starting anticoagulation. Which statement is true about DOAC vs warfarin?...

Question

A 72-year-old with AF and CHA2DS2-VASc=4 is starting anticoagulation. Which statement is true about DOAC vs warfarin?

Accepted Answer

DOACs are preferred over warfarin in eligible nonvalvular AF patients

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Warfarin is preferred in all nonvalvular AF

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DOACs are inferior to warfarin for stroke prevention

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Warfarin has lower intracranial bleeding risk than DOACs

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DOACs are used only if INR control is poor

Atrial Fibrillation (Anticoagulant Choice) — MRCP Part 1 MCQ