A 61-year-old with unprovoked, hemodynamically stable PE and low Hestia score is reliable for follow-up. Preferred site of care and therapy?...

Question

A 61-year-old with unprovoked, hemodynamically stable PE and low Hestia score is reliable for follow-up. Preferred site of care and therapy?

Accepted Answer

Treat as outpatient with a DOAC

Answer

Admit for IV heparin then bridge to warfarin

Answer

Admit for thrombolysis

Answer

Outpatient warfarin with LMWH bridge

Answer

Observation only, no anticoagulation

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