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What Score Do You Need to Start an Anticoagulant?

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In patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib), the annual risk of stroke without anticoagulation can be significant. To determine who needs treatment, clinicians ask, 'What score do you need to start an anticoagulant?' The answer lies in validated risk scoring systems that balance stroke prevention against bleeding risk.