18th August 2020

A 75-year-old man has had a successful aortic valve replacement, with a mechanical valve

A 75-year-old man has had a successful aortic valve replacement, with a mechanical valve. His other medical history includes hypertension, degenerative arthritis and glaucoma. His medications are reviewed on the cardio-thoracic surgical ward prior to discharge – he is currently taking ramipril, bisoprolol, paracetamol and simvastatin. The consultant who performed the operation has requested that he be started on anticoagulation and states he is a “low risk” patient.

Which of the following is the most appropriate management?

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