Question

A 43-year-old with a new diagnosis of AF without valvular disease asks about anticoagulation choice. What is preferred?

Accepted Answer

Direct oral anticoagulant over warfarin for nonvalvular AF

Answer

Warfarin for all patients with AF

Answer

Aspirin plus clopidogrel instead of anticoagulation

Answer

No anticoagulation if CHA₂DS₂‑VASc ≥2

Answer

Low-dose apixaban (2.5 mg BID) for all

Practice question

A 43-year-old with a new diagnosis of AF without valvular disease asks about anticoagulation choice. What is preferred?