Direct Oral Anticoagulants : Managing Patients with Atrial Fibrillation and Deep Vein Thrombosis

Direct Oral Anticoagulants : Managing Patients with Atrial Fibrillation and Deep Vein Thrombosis

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to :

  • Select the antithrombotic treatment better suited for atrial fibrillation (AF) versus venous tromboembolism (VTE);
  • Differentiate between the three direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs);
  • Evaluate the most appropriate anticoagulant treatment according to patient-specific issues including their current medication;
  • Counsel patients on periprocedural management of anticoagulant treatments and their antidotes.

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