Question

A 45-year-old with first unprovoked proximal DVT is stable and reliable for outpatient care. Which initial anticoagulation is guideline-preferred?

Accepted Answer

Apixaban with 10 mg BID for 7 days then 5 mg BID

Answer

Warfarin after 5 days of UFH infusion

Answer

Warfarin after 5 days LMWH bridge

Answer

Rivaroxaban 20 mg once daily starting today

Answer

Fondaparinux for 7 days then warfarin

Practice question

A 45-year-old with first unprovoked proximal DVT is stable and reliable for outpatient care. Which initial anticoagulation is guideline-preferred?