A 45-year-old man presents with unilateral leg swelling and is diagnosed with proximal deep vein thrombosis. He has no cancer or provoking factors and...

Question

A 45-year-old man presents with unilateral leg swelling and is diagnosed with proximal deep vein thrombosis. He has no cancer or provoking factors and normal renal function. According to Thrombosis Canada, what minimum duration of anticoagulation is recommended?

Accepted Answer

At least 3 months

Answer

1 week

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1 month

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At least 12 months for all patients

Answer

No anticoagulation is necessary

ca-mccqe1 MCQ (SBA): Deep vein thrombosis

A 45-year-old man presents with unilateral leg swelling and is diagnosed with proximal deep vein thrombosis. He has no cancer or provoking factors and normal renal function. According to Thrombosis Canada, what minimum duration of anticoagulation is recommended?