Question

A 62-year-old woman with a new diagnosis of AF and CHA₂DS₂-VASc=3 asks about aspirin instead of anticoagulation. What do guidelines recommend?

Accepted Answer

Aspirin is not an adequate alternative to oral anticoagulation for stroke prevention in AF

Answer

Aspirin and clopidogrel equal OAC

Answer

Aspirin is preferred in elderly

Answer

Aspirin prevents stroke as effectively as DOACs

Answer

No therapy needed

Practice question

A 62-year-old woman with a new diagnosis of AF and CHA₂DS₂-VASc=3 asks about aspirin instead of anticoagulation. What do guidelines recommend?