Change in right ventricular function in an American cocker spaniel with acute pulmonary thromboembolism. COVID-19 is an emerging, rapidly evolving situation. Improvements to the specificity can be made by using a dichotomized cut-off value according to the pre-test probability. Definition of PE Pulmonary embolism—mechanical obstruction of the pulmonary vessels. The benefit of extended therapy in this population is less clear, as the risk of recurrent venous thromboembolism is lower in patients with provoked index venous thromboembolism. The authors of this clinical review are members of Canadian Venous Thromboembolism Clinical Trials and Outcomes Research (CanVECTOR) network. Recent clinical trials exploring the use of systemic thrombolysis in intermediate to high risk pulmonary embolism suggest that this therapy should be reserved for patients with evidence of hemodynamic compromise. Table 5 shows the cumulative incidence of recurrent venous thromboembolism and recurrent pulmonary embolism. Single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) ventilation-perfusion scanning is proposed as an alternative to planar ventilation-perfusion scanning, as this technique may reduce the proportion of non-diagnostic results. Other important management updates include a recognition of over-investigation and perhaps over-treatment of pulmonary embolism in some patients. Initial hemodynamic instability, defined as systolic blood pressure below 90 mm Hg for 15 minutes or more, is an important marker of prognosis. However, this presentation is uncommon, being found in only 5% of cases; the short term mortality exceeds 15%.14151686 For the remaining 95% of cases, several risk prediction scores have been proposed to estimate the risk of an adverse outcome (table 2).33888990, Comparison of pulmonary embolism risk prediction scores, A systematic review assessing the characteristics and quality of pulmonary embolism risk prediction scores identified 17 models in the literature.91 Of these, the Pulmonary Embolism Severity Index (PESI) and the simplified-PESI (sPESI) had the most robust evidence and validation. Surgical embolectomy with cardiopulmonary bypass can be performed in patients with acute pulmonary embolism associated with hemodynamic instability and contraindication to thrombolytic therapy.1416 Published case series have shown variable results, with perioperative mortality ranging from 4% to 59%.130131 Advanced age, pre-surgical cardiac arrest, and pre-surgical thrombolytic therapy are associated with worse outcomes. The major advance in management for patients with pulmonary embolism in the past decade has been the introduction of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs). Pulmonary angiography is the gold standard test. If these are found, these patients are referred to a CTEPH expert center for further diagnostic work-up and treatments. Specifically, patients were asked to review the manuscript outline with the following question in mind: “If your clinicians were to read one review paper for the purpose of updating their knowledge of pulmonary embolism management, which topics do you feel are most important to include?” Additions to the manuscript as a direct result of this engagement with patient partners included a discussion of thrombophilia testing, with specific reference to benefits of thrombophilia testing in patients with identified transient provoking risk factors; a discussion of the detailed management of pregnancies in patient with pulmonary embolism; and a discussion of the psychological impact of a diagnosis of pulmonary embolism in survivors. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract. Data sources: The largest RCT to evaluate the benefit of thrombolysis in hemodynamically stable patients was the Pulmonary Embolism Thrombolysis (PEITHO) trial, which randomized 1005 patients with right ventricular dysfunction on either CTPA or echocardiogram or an elevated troponin to receive thrombolysis (tenecteplase) in addition to unfractionated heparin, compared with unfractionated heparin alone.96 This study showed a benefit in the study’s composite primary outcome of death or hemodynamic decompensation within seven days (odds ratio 0.44, 0.23 to 0.87; P=0.02) but at a significant cost of major bleeding (major extracranial bleeding: odds ratio 5.55, 2.3 to 13.39; P<0.001). 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Thrombolytic therapy for PTE remains controversial but may be indicated in hemodynamically unstable acute PTE. QUESTION Unfortunately, slow recruitment in the SELECT-D pilot trial resulted in an inability to definitively compare the efficacy and safety of rivaroxaban and LMWH. Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a serious disease that is caused by obstruction of the pulmonary vessels mechanically by a thrombus, air, fat, or tumor elsewhere in the body, a process called embolization. Computed tomography pulmonary angiography (CTPA) is the international and widely accepted gold standard to investigate patients with suspected pulmonary embolism [1]. These observations led the investigators to speculate that general deconditioning may be the cause of the patient’s reported dyspnea and exercise limitation. The absence of DVT does not exclude the need for chest imaging, but if a proximal DVT is confirmed then a presumptive diagnosis of pulmonary embolism may be made without dedicated imaging. Figure 4 summarizes our suggested approach to duration of anticoagulant treatment.147, Approach to duration of treatment of venous thromboembolism (VTE). CTPA has the advantages of being non-traumatic, capable of rapid imaging, high accuracy, and the production of a clear image. 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It is acquired, so most affected people will not have a family history of venous thromboembolism. A need for greater recognition of patients’ psychological wellness and research into potential targeted supports clearly exists. Curr Oncol 2018112, BID=twice daily; INR=international normalized ratio; LMWH=low molecular weight heparin; VKA=vitamin K antagonist, *LMWH is needed for 5-10 days before starting edoxaban, †Not included in original Canadian expert consensus recommendations, ‡30 mg daily if creatinine clearance 30-50 mL/min or weight <60 kg, DOACs and fondaparinux cross the placenta and should be avoided in pregnancy. Additionally, none of the patients was on anticoagulation at the time of D-dimer testing, so whether this strategy can be generalized to patients who are on anticoagulation is unknown. The pulmonary artery has the critical job of carrying blood to the lungs to be replenished with oxygen, so an obstruction of blood flow within this blood vessel affects the lungs and the heart, and produces symptoms of low oxygen in the rest of the body. J Vet Intern Med. Severe cases may require thrombolysis using medication such as tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) given intravenously or through a catheter, and some may require surgery (a pulmonary thrombectomy). LD, LAC, and MAF are investigators of the Canadian Venous Thromboembolism Clinical Trials and Outcomes Research (CanVECTOR) Network; the Network receives grant funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (Funding Reference: CDT-142654). Consensus from Canadian clinical experts provides a treatment algorithm for patients with cancer and acute venous thromboembolism, considering the risk of bleeding, informed patient preferences, and reimbursement of drugs (fig 3).112 Of note, this consensus statement was made before the publication of the ADAM VTE and CARAVAGGIO trials, the results of which would also support apixaban for the treatment of cancer associated venous thromboembolism. Thromboprophylaxis in specific conditions is rational although evidence of efficacy is limited. CTEPH—chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension, CTPA—computed tomography pulmonary angiography, ISTH—International Society on Thrombosis and Hemostasis, NT-proBNP—N-terminal pro-b-type natriuretic peptide, PERC—pulmonary embolism rule-out criteria, pro-BNP—pro-B-type brain natriuretic peptide, SPECT—Single photon emission computed tomography, sPESI—simplified Pulmonary Embolism Severity Index. PE can be classified as massive or submassive pulmonary embolism. Thrombolytic therapy, either systemic (most common) or directed by a catheter into the pulmonary arteries, can be used to accelerate the resolution of acute pulmonary embolism, lower pulmonary artery pressure, and increase arterial oxygenation.123 Five per cent of patients with acute pulmonary embolism will present with hemodynamic compromise with systolic blood pressure … The remaining four sections are expected to be released later in 2020 (treatment, cancer, thrombophilia, prophylaxis in surgical patients). It is now considered to be the gold standard for diagnosis and risk stratification of pulmonary embolism, as it has a very high sensitivity and specificity. Anticoagulant options for extended venous thromboembolism treatment are shown in box 2. In 1997 the British Thoracic Society (BTS) published advice entitled “Suspected acute pulmonary embolism: a practical approach”.1 It was recognised that it would need updating within a few years. Treatment can reduce mortality, and appropriate primary prophylaxis is usually effective. How can clinicians recognize and manage the long term sequelae of pulmonary embolism such as chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension and post-pulmonary embolism syndrome? Diagnostic imaging choices for suspected pulmonary embolism in pregnancy are similar to those in non-pregnant patients. Major risk factors for PE include: Clinical prediction rules and D-dimers. Drugs called anticoagulants are the first tools doctors reach for if you’ve had a pulmonary embolism. No differences were seen in safety outcomes of major bleeding or clinically relevant non-major bleeding rates at 6% in each group. The choice of anticoagulant should be made on an individual basis and in consultation with a pharmacist for assessment of drug-drug interactions.112 A list of common drug-drug interactions for direct Xa inhibitors can be found in the Canadian expert consensus.112 The initial phase of cancer associated pulmonary embolism treatment requires use of parenteral anticoagulation (LMWH, fondaparinux) or rivaroxaban in patients without significant renal impairment, according to the algorithm proposed. Provenance and peer review: Commissioned; externally peer reviewed. PTE therapy consists of supportive treatment combined with appropriate, individualized thromboembolic pharmacotherapy for acute treatment and chronic management. Risk stratification for patients with unprovoked venous thromboembolism may also help to determine the risk of recurrent thrombosis. 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