Pulmonary Embolism Flashcards
1
Q
What percentage of PEs end in sudden death?
A
20%
2
Q
Why is pleural rub heard in some cases of PE?
A
Pulomonary infarction
3
Q
What are the 2 imaging methods that can be used for PE?
A
Pulmonary angiography (CTPA) Ventilation perfusion lung scintigraphy
4
Q
How does heparin reduce mortality in the context of PE?
A
Stops thrombus propagation in the pulmonary arteries and at the emboli source.
Allows lysis in the PA
Reduces further PE from occurring
5
Q
Tx of high risk patients?
A
Haemodynamic support Respiratory support Exogenous fibrinolytics (streptokinase and tPA) PC directed thrombectomy Surgical pulmonary embelectomy
6
Q
Name a direct oral anticoagulant.
A
Rivaroxaban
