2024
DOI: 10.1055/a-2299-4026
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Successful Treatment of Massive Pulmonary Embolism in Pregnancy with Catheter-Directed Embolectomy

Rachel D. Truong,
Sarah Cheyney,
Mai Vo
et al.

Abstract: Pulmonary embolism (PE) is associated with approximately 10.5% of maternal deaths in the United States. Despite heightened awareness of its mortality potential, there is little data available to guide its management in pregnancy. We present the case of a massive PE during gestation successfully treated with catheter-directed embolectomy. A 37-year-old G2P1001 presented with a syncopal episode preceded by dyspnea and chest pain. Upon presentation, she was hypotensive, tachycardiac, and hypoxic. Imaging showed … Show more

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