Question

A 65-year-old with TIA 2 days ago and atrial fibrillation presents. CT negative for hemorrhage. When to start anticoagulation?

Accepted Answer

After 3-14 days depending on infarct size and risk (often within a few days for TIA)

Answer

Same day regardless of infarct size

Answer

After 1 day for all

Answer

Delay >=30 days

Answer

Never if TIA only

Practice question

A 65-year-old with TIA 2 days ago and atrial fibrillation presents. CT negative for hemorrhage. When to start anticoagulation?