A 76-year-old with AF on apixaban develops painless macroscopic haematuria. He is haemodynamically stable. What is the appropriate action?...

Question

A 76-year-old with AF on apixaban develops painless macroscopic haematuria. He is haemodynamically stable. What is the appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Temporarily withhold apixaban and refer urgently for urological assessment

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Stop apixaban permanently without review

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Continue apixaban and reassure

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Switch to warfarin immediately

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Start tranexamic acid without investigation

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Macroscopic haematuria