A 72-year-old with nonvalvular AF on apixaban has GI bleeding controlled endoscopically. When should anticoagulation generally be resumed?...

Question

A 72-year-old with nonvalvular AF on apixaban has GI bleeding controlled endoscopically. When should anticoagulation generally be resumed?

Accepted Answer

Resume within 7-14 days balancing risks

Answer

Never restart

Answer

Restart immediately within 12 hours

Answer

Delay >60 days

Answer

Switch to aspirin only

us-abim MCQ (SBA): Anticoagulation After GI Bleed