26th July 2024

A 23-year-old woman with known lupus presents to her GP with a swollen calf

A 23-year-old woman with known lupus presents to her GP with a swollen calf. A US doppler demonstrates a DVT.

During a follow up clinic, further history is elicited. She has had 2 first-trimester miscarriages.

Blood tests are performed, and she is found to be positive for anticardiolipin antibody on two separate tests, 3 months apart. Which anticoagulation is the most appropriate?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.