Question

A 52-year-old with AF and a CHA₂DS₂‑VASc of 2 (hypertension, diabetes) is scheduled for low-bleeding-risk dental cleaning. On apixaban. What is the recommendation?

Accepted Answer

Continue apixaban without interruption

Answer

Hold apixaban for 3 days before procedure

Answer

Switch temporarily to LMWH

Answer

Bridge with heparin infusion

Answer

Hold apixaban morning of procedure only

Practice question

A 52-year-old with AF and a CHA₂DS₂‑VASc of 2 (hypertension, diabetes) is scheduled for low-bleeding-risk dental cleaning. On apixaban. What is the recommendation?