Question

A 63-year-old with AF and prior GI bleed requires colon cancer screening. He will undergo colonoscopy with potential polypectomy. Best periprocedural plan for apixaban?

Accepted Answer

Hold for 48 hours before high-bleeding-risk procedure and resume within 48-72 hours post-hemostasis

Answer

Continue apixaban through procedure

Answer

Bridge with heparin

Answer

Stop for 7 days

Answer

Switch to warfarin temporarily

Practice question

A 63-year-old with AF and prior GI bleed requires colon cancer screening. He will undergo colonoscopy with potential polypectomy. Best periprocedural plan for apixaban?