A study led by scientists at King's has revealed how the physical orientation of the heart inside the chest dramatically ...

Researchers determined a short duration of anticoagulation therapy could be beneficial in comparison to a longer course for primary treatment VTE.

Visual auras, similar to those seen during a migraine, were linked to the presence of small brain embolisms observable 1 day ...

The ECG is abnormal in over 70% of patients with pulmonary embolism. Certain ECG abnormalities have been observed to return to normal after treatment. This case report describes an instructive ECG ...

Long journeys, especially by air, can silently raise your risk of blood clots. Here’s what every traveller should know about pulmonary embolism before boarding their next trip.

Pulmonary angiography, specifically the computed tomographic version, is the gold standard for diagnosing lung embolism. Learn how to get pictures here.

Diagnosis of pulmonary embolism (PE) is frequently missed. An estimated 12-36% of patients with PE are misdiagnosed during initial evaluation in emergency departments or primary care clinics Delayed ...

A pulmonary embolus is diagnosed using a three-step plan designed to make a quick diagnosis without unnecessary testing.

ECG in RV failure While the ECG is not sensitive nor specific for pulmonary embolism (PE)/acute RV failure, when coupled with the history and other signs and symptoms, it can help the clinician ...

A 62-year-old woman was evaluated for recurrent hemorrhagic pericardial effusion. Fourteen years earlier, she had undergone transcatheter closure of an atrial septal defect. A diagnosis was made.