A 58-year-old on warfarin for unprovoked DVT asks about switching to a DOAC. No cancer, normal renal function. What do guidelines suggest?...

Question

A 58-year-old on warfarin for unprovoked DVT asks about switching to a DOAC. No cancer, normal renal function. What do guidelines suggest?

Accepted Answer

Switch to DOAC is preferred in most without contraindications

Answer

Continue warfarin only; DOACs not recommended

Answer

Switch to aspirin only

Answer

Stop anticoagulation now

Answer

Switch to LMWH indefinitely

us-abim MCQ (SBA): VTE (Anticoagulant Choice)