Table 2.
Bleeding risk scores and recommendation for prophylactic anticoagulation
| Recommendation for prophylactic anticoagulation | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bleeding risk score | Heparin calcium (s.c.) | Enoxaparin (s.c.) | Fondaparinux (s.c.) | Edoxaban (p.o.) |
| 0 | 5000 U twice a day | 2000 IU twice a day | 2.5 mg once a day | 30 mg once a day |
| 1–4 | 5000 U twice a day | 2000 IU once a day | 1.5 mg once a day | 15 mg once a day |
| 5 | 5000 U twice a day | Not recommended | 1.5 mg once a day | Not recommended |
| 6–11 | Not recommended or 5000 U twice a day (only if needed) | Not recommended | Not recommended | Not recommended |
Abbreviations: s.c. subcutaneous injection, p.o. per OS