A 58-year-old with atrial fibrillation and CKD (eGFR 28) is eligible for anticoagulation. Which option is generally preferred for stroke prevention in...

Question

A 58-year-old with atrial fibrillation and CKD (eGFR 28) is eligible for anticoagulation. Which option is generally preferred for stroke prevention in nonvalvular AF?

Accepted Answer

A DOAC adjusted for kidney function (e.g., apixaban)

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Aspirin alone

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Warfarin for all CKD

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No therapy if HAS-BLED >=3

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Clopidogrel monotherapy

us-abim MCQ (SBA): Atrial Fibrillation (Anticoagulant Choice)

A 58-year-old with atrial fibrillation and CKD (eGFR 28) is eligible for anticoagulation. Which option is generally preferred for stroke prevention in nonvalvular AF?