A 54-year-old with nonvalvular AF and recent GI bleed now has CHA2DS2-VASc 4. After stabilization, what strategy minimizes stroke and bleeding?...

Question

A 54-year-old with nonvalvular AF and recent GI bleed now has CHA2DS2-VASc 4. After stabilization, what strategy minimizes stroke and bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Resume a DOAC with GI-safer profile when bleeding controlled

Answer

Restart warfarin only

Answer

Withhold anticoagulation indefinitely

Answer

Use dual antiplatelet therapy instead

Answer

Start heparin bridge, then warfarin

us-abim MCQ (SBA): AF After GI Bleed