Atrial Fibrillation: Post Stroke Management Flashcards
1
Q
What is the anticoagulant of choice for patients that have AF and develop a stroke or TIA?
A
Warfarin
2
Q
What is second line for patients that have AF and develop a stroke or TIA?
A
Aspirin/Dipyridamole
3
Q
You have done a CT scan and there is no haemorrhage.
What should you give next?
When should anticoagulation be started?
A
Give Aspirin 300mg OD
After 2 weeks start Warfarin.
4
Q
If it is a large cerebral infarct, what should you do with regards to the Warfarin?
A
Delay it.
