A 70-year-old with AF and prior LAA occlusion device presents for colonoscopy. Does he require anticoagulation for stroke prevention?...

Question

A 70-year-old with AF and prior LAA occlusion device presents for colonoscopy. Does he require anticoagulation for stroke prevention?

Accepted Answer

Stroke prevention decisions after LAA occlusion are individualized; many patients may still need antithrombotic therapy per protocol

Answer

No

Answer

device completely replaces antithrombotic therapy in all

Answer

Aspirin alone always suffices

Answer

Full‑dose OAC always required indefinitely

hard MCQ (SBA): Atrial Fibrillation