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A 76-year-old woman with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and a previous transient ischaemic attack is seen in clinic. Her CHADS₂ score is 3. She is currently taking acetylsalicylic acid 81 mg daily only. She has normal renal function and no history of major bleeding. What is the most appropriate stroke-prevention strategy?

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