A 64-year-old with AF, CKD stage 3a (eGFR 52), and prior GI bleed. Which DOAC is associated with lower GI bleeding risk and is often preferred in elde...

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A 64-year-old with AF, CKD stage 3a (eGFR 52), and prior GI bleed. Which DOAC is associated with lower GI bleeding risk and is often preferred in elderly/CKD?

Accepted Answer

Apixaban

Answer

Rivaroxaban

Answer

Dabigatran 150 mg

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Edoxaban 60 mg

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No anticoagulation

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A 64-year-old with AF, CKD stage 3a (eGFR 52), and prior GI bleed. Which DOAC is associated with lower GI bleeding risk and is often preferred in elderly/CKD?