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A 72-year-old woman with atrial fibrillation on apixaban presents with sudden painful swollen leg and fever 38.5°C after chemotherapy-induced neutropenia. Her absolute neutrophil count is 0.3 ×10⁹/L. Examination shows erythema and tenderness extending from shin to thigh. What is the most appropriate immediate management?

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