A 32-year-old pregnant woman at 20 weeks' gestation presents with unilateral calf swelling and tenderness. Doppler ultrasound confirms a proximal deep...

Question

A 32-year-old pregnant woman at 20 weeks' gestation presents with unilateral calf swelling and tenderness. Doppler ultrasound confirms a proximal deep vein thrombosis. She has no history of bleeding disorders. What is the most appropriate anticoagulant management?

Accepted Answer

Low-molecular-weight heparin throughout pregnancy and for at least 6 weeks postpartum

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Warfarin until delivery

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Aspirin only

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Direct oral anticoagulant for 3 months

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No anticoagulation; compression stockings only

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Deep vein thrombosis in pregnancy

A 32-year-old pregnant woman at 20 weeks' gestation presents with unilateral calf swelling and tenderness. Doppler ultrasound confirms a proximal deep vein thrombosis. She has no history of bleeding disorders. What is the most appropriate anticoagulant management?