A 72-year-old with proximal DVT and no cancer is hemodynamically stable. What initial anticoagulation is recommended?...

Question

A 72-year-old with proximal DVT and no cancer is hemodynamically stable. What initial anticoagulation is recommended?

Accepted Answer

DOAC (e.g., apixaban or rivaroxaban) as initial therapy

Answer

Warfarin monotherapy from day 1

Answer

Low-molecular-weight heparin only

Answer

IV unfractionated heparin with aPTT goal 2.5-3.0 then warfarin

Answer

Aspirin alone

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Venous Thromboembolism