A 60-year-old with atrial fibrillation and severe mitral stenosis asks about DOAC suitability. Best response?...

Question

A 60-year-old with atrial fibrillation and severe mitral stenosis asks about DOAC suitability. Best response?

Accepted Answer

Warfarin is recommended for moderate-to-severe rheumatic MS

Answer

Any DOAC is preferred

Answer

Aspirin only

Answer

Clopidogrel only

Answer

No anticoagulation needed

us-abim MCQ (SBA): AF with Rheumatic MS