Question

A 48-year-old develops a first episode of proximal DVT one week after knee arthroscopy. He is stable and has normal renal function. What is the recommended duration of anticoagulation?

Accepted Answer

Indefinite anticoagulation regardless of risk

Answer

No anticoagulation is needed for provoked DVT

Answer

Four to six weeks of anticoagulation

Answer

Three months of anticoagulation with a DOAC preferred

Answer

Six to twelve months of anticoagulation for all DVT

Practice question

A 48-year-old develops a first episode of proximal DVT one week after knee arthroscopy. He is stable and has normal renal function. What is the recommended duration of anticoagulation?