A bimonthly publication part of the Brazilian Society of Cardiology portfolio of journals connected with ABC Cardiol publishing national and international scientific production in the field of cardiovascular sciences.
ISSN 2359-4802
eISSN 2359-5647
André Alexandre
, Bárbara Gonçalves
, Bruno Brochado
, David Sá-Couto
, Mariana Santos
, [...]
André Alexandre
, Bárbara Gonçalves
, Bruno Brochado
, David Sá-Couto
, Mariana Santos
, [...]
Abstract Background: Acute pulmonary embolism (PE) is a significant cause of morbimortality. Epidemiological data in Portugal are limited, potentially leading to underdiagnosis. Catheter-directed therapy (CDT) is a promising alternative treatment, particularly for high-risk patients. Objectives: To evaluate the impact of CDT on intermediate-high-risk and high-risk acute PE. Methods: This is a retrospective single-centre study conducted from 2019 to 2023 in Portugal. Data included patient demographics, clinical presentation, procedural characteristics, and outcomes. Comparisons before and after the procedure were carried out, […]
Keywords: Pulmonary Embolism; Thrombectomy; Thrombolytic Therapy