Question

A 70-year-old man with newly diagnosed atrial fibrillation has CHA₂DS₂-VASc score 2 and HAS-BLED score 3. He drinks alcohol heavily. What is the most appropriate approach to anticoagulation?

Accepted Answer

Start oral anticoagulant and address modifiable bleeding risk factors

Answer

Avoid anticoagulation due to bleeding risk

Answer

Start aspirin only

Answer

No treatment and review in 12 months

Answer

Use dual antiplatelet therapy

Practice question

A 70-year-old man with newly diagnosed atrial fibrillation has CHA₂DS₂-VASc score 2 and HAS-BLED score 3. He drinks alcohol heavily. What is the most appropriate approach to anticoagulation?