A 27-year-old G2P1 woman presents 2 weeks postpartum with unilateral leg swelling, warmth and tenderness. Ultrasound confirms a proximal DVT. Accordin...

Question

A 27-year-old G2P1 woman presents 2 weeks postpartum with unilateral leg swelling, warmth and tenderness. Ultrasound confirms a proximal DVT. According to VTE in pregnancy and postpartum guidance, what is the recommended duration of anticoagulation?

Accepted Answer

Treat for at least 6 weeks postpartum and minimum total duration 3 months

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Stop anticoagulation immediately after symptom resolution

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Treat for 10 days only

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Lifelong anticoagulation is mandatory

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No anticoagulation is indicated postpartum

ca-mccqe1 MCQ (SBA): Postpartum DVT management

A 27-year-old G2P1 woman presents 2 weeks postpartum with unilateral leg swelling, warmth and tenderness. Ultrasound confirms a proximal DVT. According to VTE in pregnancy and postpartum guidance, what is the recommended duration of anticoagulation?