Question

A 28-year-old postpartum (day 2) with no history of VTE has unilateral calf swelling and pain. Ultrasound confirms an acute proximal DVT. She is breastfeeding. Which anticoagulant is preferred initially?

Accepted Answer

Enoxaparin at therapeutic dosing

Answer

Warfarin monotherapy with bridging later

Answer

Apixaban

Answer

Aspirin 81 mg daily

Answer

Fondaparinux only

Practice question

A 28-year-old postpartum (day 2) with no history of VTE has unilateral calf swelling and pain. Ultrasound confirms an acute proximal DVT. She is breastfeeding. Which anticoagulant is preferred initially?