Question

A 58-year-old with AF and CHA₂DS₂-VASc 3 is scheduled for dental extraction. On apixaban with normal renal function. What is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Hold morning dose or 24 hours before for low-bleeding-risk dental procedure; no bridging

Answer

Bridge with LMWH

Answer

Stop for 72 hours

Answer

Continue plus add aspirin

Answer

Switch to warfarin temporarily

Practice question

A 58-year-old with AF and CHA₂DS₂-VASc 3 is scheduled for dental extraction. On apixaban with normal renal function. What is recommended?