A 72-year-old with AF and prior GI bleed 3 years ago is anxious about recurrence. Which measure reduces GI bleeding risk while on DOAC?...

Question

A 72-year-old with AF and prior GI bleed 3 years ago is anxious about recurrence. Which measure reduces GI bleeding risk while on DOAC?

Accepted Answer

Use PPI gastroprotection if upper GI risk factors

Answer

Add aspirin

Answer

Stop PPI

Answer

Switch to warfarin with higher INR

Answer

No risk mitigation possible

us-abim MCQ (SBA): AF Bleeding Mitigation