Chronic thromboembolic disease among patients undergoing surgical pulmonary embolectomy for acute pulmonary embolism

CONCLUSIONS: Acute thromboembolic disease overlapping chronic clots is relatively common among patients undergoing pulmonary artery embolectomy. A detailed evaluation of the patient's medical history and imaging studies can identify these patients, as they require special attention when making treatment decisions. Surgical treatment in a center of expertise in pulmonary endarterectomy seems reasonable.PMID:38635283 | DOI:10.23736/S0021-9509.24.12931-X
Source: The Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Source Type: research