A 58-year-old with AF and CHA₂DS₂‑VASc 4 is scheduled for colonoscopy with low bleeding risk. How should apixaban be managed?...

Question

A 58-year-old with AF and CHA₂DS₂‑VASc 4 is scheduled for colonoscopy with low bleeding risk. How should apixaban be managed?

Accepted Answer

Continue without interruption

Answer

Stop 5 days prior

Answer

Bridge with LMWH

Answer

Switch to warfarin for procedure

Answer

Stop morning dose only and skip LMWH

us-abim MCQ (SBA): AF-Periprocedural DOAC