FRCPath Haem Part 1 MCQ-Haemostasis 115

A 21yr-old pt with no history of VTE is found to be heterozygous for prothrombin mutation during family screening. She wants to start COCP. Appropriate advice?

• No restriction — COCP risk is not increased
• COCP should be avoided due to increased VTE risk
• COCP can be given if combined with LMWH prophylaxis
• COCP is acceptable if BMI < 25

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