Anticoagulation
| Score | Risk | Anticoagulation Therapy | Considerations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Low | None or Aspirin | Aspirin daily |
| 1 | Moderate | Aspirin or Warfarin | Aspirin daily or raise INR to 2.0-3.0, depending on patient preference |
| 2 or greater | Moderate or High | Warfarin | Raise INR to 2.0-3.0, unless contraindicated |
Treatment strategies recommended based on the CHADS2 score are shown in the table.
How the treatment recommendations based on the CHADS2 score are modified by considering additional 'stroke risk modifier' risk factors using the CHA2DS2-VASc score, see ESC guideline recommendations, which recommend the management as shown in the following table:
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