A 70‑year‑old man with a provoked DVT after knee arthroscopy completed 3 months of apixaban. He is asymptomatic now. What is the recommended duration ...

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A 70‑year‑old man with a provoked DVT after knee arthroscopy completed 3 months of apixaban. He is asymptomatic now. What is the recommended duration of therapy?

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Stop anticoagulation after 3 months

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Continue indefinitely regardless of risk

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Treat for 6-12 months

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Switch to aspirin only for 2 years

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Lifelong low‑dose apixaban for everyone with prior DVT

Venous Thromboembolism (Duration) — MRCP Part 1 MCQ

A 70‑year‑old man with a provoked DVT after knee arthroscopy completed 3 months of apixaban. He is asymptomatic now. What is the recommended duration of therapy?