Purpose The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the clinical characteristics of
acute pulmonary embolism (PE) among patients with PE who did not receive treatment to …

Background CT pulmonary angiography (CTPA) is commonly used as the first imaging test
in the diagnostic workup of patients with suspected pulmonary embolism (PE). Other CTPA …

In patients presenting with clinically suspected deep vein thrombosis, symptomatic
pulmonary embolism is rarely apparent. To assess the prevalence of silent pulmonary …

The rate of resolution of a first episode of pulmonary embolism (PE) is uncertain. A baseline
test indicating any residual PE is pivotal in aiding a more accurate diagnosis of recurrent PE …

PURPOSE To compare the frequency of pleural and parenchymal abnormalities detected on
computed tomography (CT) in patients with and without acute pulmonary embolism (PE) …

Objectives: A prospective outcome study designed to evaluate a simple strategy for the
management of outpatients with suspected pulmonary embolism (PE), based on clinical …

The purpose of this investigation was to test the hypothesis that ventilation/perfusion (V/Q)
lung scans in patients with suspected acute pulmonary embolism (PE) can be evaluated on …

Background: Saddle pulmonary embolism represents a large clot and a risk for sudden
hemodynamic collapse. However, the clinical presentation and outcomes vary widely. On …

Background: Little is known about residual abnormalities after pulmonary embolism (PE).
Objectives: To assess risk factors and the clinical significance of perfusion defects in patients …

P ULMONARY embolism (PE) represents a dilemma for diagnosticians. This complication of
deep venous thrombosis can result in a sudden, unexpected death that might have been …