Pulmonary Embolism

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Thrombolytic Therapy
  • The use of thrombolytics such as streptokinase and urokinase in the acute phase of a PE are increasing.
  • This procedure should be used in patients who have documented massive PE and are hemodynamically unstable.  
  • Some research shows improved hemodynamic stability with the treatment of thrombolytic agents, but with a risk of major bleeding. [20]
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