A 50-year-old with AF and CKD stage 3 (eGFR 52) asks about anticoagulation choice. He has no mechanical valve or mitral stenosis. Preferred option?...

Question

A 50-year-old with AF and CKD stage 3 (eGFR 52) asks about anticoagulation choice. He has no mechanical valve or mitral stenosis. Preferred option?

Accepted Answer

Apixaban with renal-appropriate dosing

Answer

Warfarin only because of CKD

Answer

No anticoagulation because eGFR

Answer

Aspirin 325 mg daily

Answer

Dabigatran is contraindicated at eGFR 52

us-abim MCQ (SBA): AF Anticoagulation in CKD