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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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