A 72-year-old with low-risk transient ischemic attack (ABCD²=2) is seen 36 hours after symptom resolution. Carotid duplex shows 25% stenosis. Which re...

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A 72-year-old with low-risk transient ischemic attack (ABCD²=2) is seen 36 hours after symptom resolution. Carotid duplex shows 25% stenosis. Which regimen is preferred?

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Aspirin 81 mg daily

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Aspirin plus clopidogrel for 12 months

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Warfarin

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No antithrombotic therapy

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Dual antiplatelet with ticagrelor plus aspirin for 90 days

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): TIA Secondary Prevention

A 72-year-old with low-risk transient ischemic attack (ABCD²=2) is seen 36 hours after symptom resolution. Carotid duplex shows 25% stenosis. Which regimen is preferred?