Question

A 58-year-old with AF is cardioverted after 30 hours of symptoms and transesophageal echo excludes thrombus. He is otherwise low bleeding risk with CHA₂DS₂‑VASc 3. Post‑procedure plan?

Accepted Answer

Continue oral anticoagulation at least 4 weeks, then reassess per stroke risk

Answer

Stop anticoagulation immediately

Answer

Aspirin only for 2 weeks

Answer

Anticoagulation unnecessary because TEE was negative

Answer

Warfarin required instead of DOAC

Practice question

A 58-year-old with AF is cardioverted after 30 hours of symptoms and transesophageal echo excludes thrombus. He is otherwise low bleeding risk with CHA₂DS₂‑VASc 3. Post‑procedure plan?