A 71-year-old man with recently diagnosed atrial fibrillation (CHA₂DS₂-VASc 3, HAS-BLED 2) asks about the relative advantages of DOACs compared to War...

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A 71-year-old man with recently diagnosed atrial fibrillation (CHA₂DS₂-VASc 3, HAS-BLED 2) asks about the relative advantages of DOACs compared to Warfarin. Which of the following is a recognised advantage of DOACs over Warfarin?

Accepted Answer

DOACs have a lower risk of intracranial haemorrhage compared to Warfarin

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DOACs require regular INR monitoring

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DOACs are safer than Warfarin in severe renal impairment (eGFR

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DOACs have specific antidotes for all agents that are widely available

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DOACs are cheaper than Warfarin

uk-dgm MCQ (SBA): DOACs vs Warfarin - Advantages

A 71-year-old man with recently diagnosed atrial fibrillation (CHA₂DS₂-VASc 3, HAS-BLED 2) asks about the relative advantages of DOACs compared to Warfarin. Which of the following is a recognised advantage of DOACs over Warfarin?