A possible diagnostic algorithm for pulmonary embolism in pregnancy (equipose)


Given the variability in guidelines and equipoise about the preferred front-line imaging test to rule out PE, I generally discuss the benefits and risks of V/Q scanning versus CT-PA with my patient when deciding which test to pursue. Here is one possible approach that incorporates the possibility of using either test (* denotes equipose):


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