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Post-CV Anticoagulation Duration — RACP Adult Medicine MCQ

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ModerateCardiologyPost-CV Anticoagulation DurationRACP Adult Medicine

A 55-year-old man on AF apixaban BD. Palpitations, irregularly irregular narrow complex tachycardia 135 bpm. New AF cardioverted. How long to anticoagulate post-cardioversion?

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Correct answer: A4 weeks post-cardioversion

Post-cardioversion: minimum 4 weeks anticoagulation (atrial stunning risk). Long-term based on CHA₂DS₂-VA score, not rhythm maintenance.

Reference: NHF/CSANZ – 2018; ESC – 2024