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| VTE scenario | Therapeutic anticoagulation | Convalescent |
|---|---|---|
| CVAD-associated VTE | LMWH or VKA: 3 months | Thromboprophylaxis until catheter removed |
| Secondary VTE | LMWH or VKA: 3 months | Thromboprophylaxis until primary illness resolved |
| Idiopathic VTE | LMWH or VKA: 6 months | – |
| Recurrent VTE | VKA: Indefinite | – |
| Antiphospholipid syndrome | LMWH or VKA: 3 months | Consider Indefinite Therapy |
