A 78-year-old man on warfarin (INR 2.8) for AF presents with massive haematemesis and hypotension. What is the most appropriate immediate reversal str...

Question

A 78-year-old man on warfarin (INR 2.8) for AF presents with massive haematemesis and hypotension. What is the most appropriate immediate reversal strategy for anticoagulation?

Accepted Answer

IV vitamin K plus four-factor prothrombin complex concentrate (PCC)

Answer

Stop warfarin and give oral vitamin K only

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Stop warfarin; no reversal needed

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Fresh frozen plasma alone

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Protamine sulfate IV

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A 78-year-old man on warfarin (INR 2.8) for AF presents with massive haematemesis and hypotension. What is the most appropriate immediate reversal strategy for anticoagulation?