Thursday, July 7, 2016

Well's Criteria (Modified) for Pulmonary Embolism, PE

Score > 4 means PE is likely.

3 Points:

  • Clinical Signs of DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis), 
  • Alternative Diagnosis is less likely than PE


1.5 Points:

  • Previous PE or DVT
  • HR > 100
  • Recent immobilization


1 Point:

  • Hemoptysis
  • Cancer
To confirm PE, do CT Chest with IV contrast.

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