Question

A 66-year-old man with new atrial fibrillation (CHA₂DS₂‑VASc score 1 for sex) asks about anticoagulation. He has well-controlled hypertension only (contributing 1 point to the score). What is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Shared decision-making; consider anticoagulation for ≥2% annual risk

Answer

No therapy for any score <2

Answer

Aspirin monotherapy

Answer

Warfarin with bridging

Answer

Dual antiplatelet therapy

Practice question

A 66-year-old man with new atrial fibrillation (CHA₂DS₂‑VASc score 1 for sex) asks about anticoagulation. He has well-controlled hypertension only (contributing 1 point to the score). What is recommended?