Question

A 64-year-old with new AF and recent stroke (2 months) asks about when anticoagulation is generally recommended by sex-specific risk. Which is correct?

Accepted Answer

Men ≥2 and women ≥3 are recommended for anticoagulation; borderline lower scores may warrant consideration

Answer

Men CHA₂DS₂‑VASc ≥1 and women ≥2 should be anticoagulated

Answer

Only women require anticoagulation at any score

Answer

No sex difference in thresholds

Answer

Anticoagulation only if CHA₂DS₂‑VASc ≥4

Practice question

A 64-year-old with new AF and recent stroke (2 months) asks about when anticoagulation is generally recommended by sex-specific risk. Which is correct?