Question

A 55-year-old with a first unprovoked proximal DVT, hemodynamically stable, no cancer, normal renal function. Best initial anticoagulation?

Accepted Answer

Apixaban 10 mg twice daily for 7 days then 5 mg twice daily

Answer

Warfarin with immediate start and no parenteral bridge

Answer

Place an IVC filter only

Answer

Aspirin 81 mg daily

Answer

LMWH indefinitely is preferred in all noncancer patients

Practice question

A 55-year-old with a first unprovoked proximal DVT, hemodynamically stable, no cancer, normal renal function. Best initial anticoagulation?