Table 2 Bleeding risk scores and recommendation for prophylactic anticoagulation
| Â | 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 |