A 45-year-old with low-risk PE (normal vitals, no RV strain) and reliable follow-up. Which option aligns with guideline-based care?...

Question

A 45-year-old with low-risk PE (normal vitals, no RV strain) and reliable follow-up. Which option aligns with guideline-based care?

Accepted Answer

Outpatient management with a DOAC for at least 3 months

Answer

Admit all PE for parenteral anticoagulation

Answer

Inferior vena cava filter and no anticoagulation

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Thrombolysis due to age

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Aspirin alone for 3 months

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