Question

A 63-year-old with upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) on aspirin for secondary prevention is stabilized. Which antithrombotic strategy is preferred post-discharge?

Accepted Answer

Resume aspirin within 3-5 days with PPI

Answer

Stop aspirin permanently

Answer

Switch to clopidogrel without PPI

Answer

No antiplatelet needed

Answer

Dual antiplatelet therapy

Practice question

A 63-year-old with upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) on aspirin for secondary prevention is stabilized. Which antithrombotic strategy is preferred post-discharge?