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By ULY CLINIC
Chronic Pulmonary Embolism
Introduction
Chronic pulmonary emboli are mainly a consequence of incomplete resolution of acute pulmonary thromboembolism. Clinically symptoms and signs may be preceded by Acute PE for more than two weeks
Sign and Symptoms
Diagnostic Criteria
Investigation
Treatment
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Pharmacological
- Long-term oral anticoagulation
• Warfarin 2–10mg once a day orally
Maintain INR 2.0–3.0
Referral: All cases suspected of pulmonary embolus should be referred to a high level of care
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Non-Pharmacological
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Prevention
Updated on,
5 Novemba 2020 12:12:37
References
- 1.STG
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