Question

A 55-year-old with AF and a bioprosthetic aortic valve implanted 8 months ago requires anticoagulation. Which strategy aligns with guidance?

Accepted Answer

DOAC therapy is reasonable after the early postoperative period

Answer

Warfarin is the only option indefinitely

Answer

Aspirin alone

Answer

Dual antiplatelet therapy only

Answer

No therapy needed

Practice question

A 55-year-old with AF and a bioprosthetic aortic valve implanted 8 months ago requires anticoagulation. Which strategy aligns with guidance?