In a patient with acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT),anticoagulant therapy is typically initiated with _____ to achieve rapid control of clotting,and then switched over to _____ for long-term management or prevention of DVT.

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Heparin is the preferred initial anticoagulant for acute DVT due to its rapid onset of action, while oral anticoagulants (such as warfarin) are suitable for long-term management or prevention of DVT. Thrombin and tissue plasminogen activator are not typically used for initial anticoagulation or for long-term management of DVT. Fibrinolysis inhibitors are not used for anticoagulation, but are instead used to prevent the breakdown of clots in specific settings (such as during thrombolytic therapy).

In a Patient with Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT),anticoagulant Therapy