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How to Diagnose, Treat, and Prevent Pulmonary Embolism and Deep Vein Thrombosis

Session #: 855-226
Presenter(s): Timothy A. Morris
Session Length: 1:30 hr
Event: 2005 ACP Annual Session
Date: April 14-16, 2005

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Clinical questions to be addressed:
What are the tests available for diagnosis of PE?
What are the advantages of LMWH vs. UH?
When should thrombolytic therapy be considered?
What interventions are available for preventing DVT/PE?
Which PE patients should be evaluated for hypercoaguable states?
Can patients with PE/DVT be managed as outpatients? What is the optimum length of therapy for PE? Who should receive an IVC filter?

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