The Incidence and Outcomes of Surgical Pulmonary Embolectomy in North America

ConclusionsSPE is uncommonly performed in North America, and in selected patients, it may be associated with favorable outcomes. Nevertheless, significant mortality exists, and attention to patient presentation and other risk factors may help distinguish patients appropriate for SPE.
Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research