In:
Seminars in Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Georg Thieme Verlag KG, Vol. 42, No. 02 ( 2021-04), p. 171-175
Abstract:
Despite substantial advances in the diagnosis and management, pulmonary embolism (PE) continues to be a significant cause of mortality. In this article, we provide a concise overview of the evolution of worldwide mortality trends related to PE. Despite the data being derived mainly from observational studies, there is a clear trend toward decreasing mortality over time from PE. Whether this truly represents a treatment effect or is more related to increased diagnosis of small PEs is not fully clear. Modern approaches to PE management such as the PE response teams have the potential to further reduce the mortality from PE.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
1069-3424
,
1098-9048
DOI:
10.1055/s-0041-1725059
Language:
English
Publisher:
Georg Thieme Verlag KG
Publication Date:
2021
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2039749-5
