Haemophilia Bleeding Events and Classification
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What is the recurrence rate of VTE in the first year for patients without identifiable transient risk factors?

  • 15%
  • 20%
  • 10% (correct)
  • 5%
  • What is the recommended approach for anticoagulation in patients with a second unprovoked VTE?

  • Low-dose anticoagulation for 3-6 months
  • Indefinite anticoagulation (correct)
  • No anticoagulation required
  • Full-dose anticoagulation for 1 year
  • What is the benefit of using low-dose apixaban or rivaroxaban in patients with unprovoked VTE?

  • Reduced bleeding risk with increased efficacy
  • Increased efficacy with increased bleeding risk
  • Reduced efficacy with no significant increase in bleeding risk
  • Same efficacy with no significant increase in bleeding risk (correct)
  • What is the anticoagulant of choice for cancer patients with VTE?

    <p>LMWH (e.g. enoxaparin)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are cancer patients more likely to die from VTEs?

    <p>Due to complications and increased risk of VTEs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended anticoagulation approach for patients with cancer-associated thrombosis?

    <p>Indefinite anticoagulation unless cure is achieved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are pregnant women at increased risk of VTEs?

    <p>Due to venous stasis, endothelial injury, and hypercoagulability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the anticoagulant of choice during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

    <p>LMWH (e.g. enoxaparin)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of using apixaban or rivaroxaban in cancer patients with VTEs?

    <p>Possible higher bleeding risk in GI cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of extended anticoagulation beyond 3-6 months in patients with unprovoked VTE?

    <p>To reduce the risk of recurrence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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