AKT-0414

AKT-0414

A 65-year-old man with a history of depression and lumbar spinal stenosis presents with a swollen and painful left calf. He is seen in the DVT clinic and found to have a raised D-dimer. As a result, he undergoes a Doppler scan which reveals a proximal deep vein thrombosis. Despite being active and otherwise healthy, the patient has not had any recent surgeries or prolonged periods of immobility. He is initiated on a direct oral anticoagulant.

What is the appropriate duration of treatment for this patient?