The risk of pulmonary embolism in the context of various clinical situations and management in psychiatric patients

This article discusses how components of Virchow's triad are activated by symptoms of mental disorders, i.e. psychosis, anxiety, depression and catatonia. The current state of knowledge on the thromboembolic risk associated with coercive measures that involve physical restraint of four limbs is presented. Current data on potentially thrombotic effect of antipsychotics, antidepressants and electroconvulsive therapy are summarised. Recommendations for the prevention of PE in patients with mental disorders are discussed.PMID:38345121 | DOI:10.12740/PP/152585
Source: Psychiatria Polska - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Source Type: research