Question

A 62-year-old man presents with a first episode of symptomatic proximal deep vein thrombosis (DVT) after a long-haul flight. He has no cancer or thrombophilia. According to Thrombosis Canada guidance, what is the minimum recommended duration of anticoagulation?

Accepted Answer

3 months

Answer

2 weeks

Answer

6 weeks

Answer

6 months

Answer

Indefinite therapy is always required

Practice question

A 62-year-old man presents with a first episode of symptomatic proximal deep vein thrombosis (DVT) after a long-haul flight. He has no cancer or thrombophilia. According to Thrombosis Canada guidance, what is the minimum recommended duration of anticoagulation?