Question

A 55-year-old woman with AF and active GI bleeding had apixaban held. Bleeding is controlled endoscopically. When should anticoagulation generally be resumed?

Accepted Answer

Within 7 days once hemostasis achieved, balancing risks

Answer

Never resume due to bleeding history

Answer

Wait at least 30 days

Answer

Resume immediately during procedure

Answer

Switch to aspirin permanently

Practice question

A 55-year-old woman with AF and active GI bleeding had apixaban held. Bleeding is controlled endoscopically. When should anticoagulation generally be resumed?