A 64-year-old with new AF asks whether aspirin is an alternative to anticoagulation. CHA₂DS₂-VASc 4. What is correct?...

Question

A 64-year-old with new AF asks whether aspirin is an alternative to anticoagulation. CHA₂DS₂-VASc 4. What is correct?

Accepted Answer

Anticoagulation is recommended; antiplatelet therapy is not an alternative

Answer

Aspirin is acceptable alternative

Answer

Aspirin + clopidogrel equals anticoagulation

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No therapy is needed

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Clopidogrel alone equals DOACs

us-abim MCQ (SBA): AF Stroke Prevention