Pulmonary embolism: Care standards in 2018
Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a leading cause of cardiovascular mortality worldwide. Clinical presentation can be diverse, and clinicians should have a high index of suspicion regarding the diagnosis. Evaluation should include detailed history of possible risk factors, physical examination and laboratory tests that would support the diagnosis and help risk-stratify patients. Finally, a dedicated imaging study should be performed in order to make a definitive diagnosis. Decisions regarding short-term, immediate, treatment are dictated by PE risk category.
Source: Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases - Category: Cardiology Authors: Ariel Borohovitz, Mitchell D. Weinberg, Ido Weinberg Source Type: research
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