Outpatient Management of Patients following Pulmonary Embolism

Abstract Pulmonary embolus is a common reason for hospitalization and requires close follow-up and management in the office setting. The main issues facing the clinician include determination of the appropriate anticoagulation regimen, how long to anticoagulate, and whether an evaluation for hyperco...

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Veröffentlicht in:	The American journal of medicine 2010-11, Vol.123 (11), p.987-990
Hauptverfasser:	Spurzem, John R., MD, Geraci, Stephen A., MD
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Ambulatory Care Anticoagulants - administration & dosage Anticoagulants - therapeutic use Anticoagulation Biological and medical sciences General aspects Humans Internal Medicine Medical sciences Pneumology Pulmonary embolism Pulmonary Embolism - drug therapy Pulmonary Embolism - therapy Pulmonary hypertension. Acute cor pulmonale. Pulmonary embolism. Pulmonary vascular diseases Secondary Prevention Thromboembolism - prevention & control Time Factors Treatment Vena Cava Filters Venous thromboembolic disease Warfarin
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Zusammenfassung:	Abstract Pulmonary embolus is a common reason for hospitalization and requires close follow-up and management in the office setting. The main issues facing the clinician include determination of the appropriate anticoagulation regimen, how long to anticoagulate, and whether an evaluation for hypercoagulable states is indicated. The decisions will depend on individual patient factors and assessment of the risks and benefits for that patient.
ISSN:	0002-9343 1555-7162
DOI:	10.1016/j.amjmed.2010.04.008