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This informative guide by Don Hudson, D.O. explores the diagnosis and treatment options for pulmonary embolism, covering risk factors, symptoms, and diagnostic tests. Learn about who is at risk, when to suspect PE, and what steps to take for a timely and accurate diagnosis.
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PULMONARY EMBOLUS BY Don Hudson, D.O.
Why, When, Where &Who • How do you consider who might have a PE ? • History- • Vital signs-
Risk Factors • Sex- • Age- • Cancer- • Smoking- • Activity- • Plane flights- • Meds-
Initial Presentation • Chest pain- • SOB- • Leg pain- • Pelvic pain- • Feeling of unease-
Diagnosis Options • PE-CT Study • MRI • VQ Scan • D-dimer • ABG’s • CXR • EKG • Clinical Impression
Review of eachDiagnosis Option • PE-CT-
Treatment Options • How is the best way to Dx • How fast do you act • What do you do