A 58-year-old with AF on apixaban presents with GI bleeding. After reversal and hemostasis, when should anticoagulation be considered for resumption?...

Question

A 58-year-old with AF on apixaban presents with GI bleeding. After reversal and hemostasis, when should anticoagulation be considered for resumption?

Accepted Answer

Resume within 7-14 days after hemostasis considering stroke risk

Answer

Never resume

Answer

Resume immediately while bleeding continues

Answer

Delay >= 3 months

Answer

Switch to aspirin instead long-term

us-abim MCQ (SBA): AF with GI Bleed (Resumption)