Comorbid cancer and use of thrombolysis in acute pulmonary embolism

In this study of admissions for acute PE, comorbid cancer was associated with decreased odds of receiving thrombolysis. As PE is a common complication among patients with cancer, the risk–benefit profile of thrombolysis in this patient population should be determined.
Source: Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis - Category: Hematology Source Type: research