A 55-year-old with newly diagnosed AF and BMI 33 kg/m² has CHA₂DS₂-VASc = 1 (male) with hypertension only. What is recommended for stroke prevention?...

Question

A 55-year-old with newly diagnosed AF and BMI 33 kg/m² has CHA₂DS₂-VASc = 1 (male) with hypertension only. What is recommended for stroke prevention?

Accepted Answer

Oral anticoagulation is reasonable after shared decision-making

Answer

Aspirin 81 mg daily

Answer

Mandatory oral anticoagulation

Answer

Left atrial appendage closure

Answer

No therapy ever indicated

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