title: Initial treatment of pulmonary embolism.
abstract: Acute pulmonary embolism (PE) is a common presentation on the acute medical take. In our previous article in Vol 6 issue 1 we discussed the diagnostic approach to this condition. This article concentrates on the treatment of PE, including guidance for treatment of PE in pregnancy and cancer. This article also discusses the role of alternative anticoagulants, thrombolysis, surgery and inferior vena caval filters.
authors: MRCP SpR in Respiratory Medicine, Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, Fulham Rd, London.
authors: Alastair
authors: A
authors: Proudfoot
authors: Helen
authors: H
authors: Yarranton
authors: Simon
authors: S
authors: Gibbs
authors: Derek
authors: D
authors: Bell