A 59-year-old with a first unprovoked proximal DVT treated with apixaban for 3 months is well. What is the guideline-directed approach to duration?...

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A 59-year-old with a first unprovoked proximal DVT treated with apixaban for 3 months is well. What is the guideline-directed approach to duration?

Accepted Answer

Assess bleeding risk and consider extended anticoagulation beyond 3 months

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Stop anticoagulation in all patients after 3 months

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Continue indefinite therapy for all patients

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Switch to aspirin only

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Place an IVC filter

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