Pulmonary Embolism

Question 1

What is the Score of Revised Geneva Criteria above which PE diagnosis is likely

Answer 1

3 or more

If less than 3 then PE is unlikely

Question 2

D- dimer level above which PE is likely and CTPA is required.

Answer 2

> 500 ng/ml

Question 3

Investigation used for Critically ill patients that are suspected for PE but who cannot be safely transported

Answer 3

Bed side echocardiography