# Intervention Versus Medical Management of Pulmonary Embolism

## TL;DR

This paper reviews diagnostic tools and treatment options for pulmonary embolism, emphasizing right heart dysfunction in decision-making.

## Contribution

The paper provides a modern clinical perspective on managing pulmonary embolism with a focus on right heart dysfunction.

## Key findings

- Right heart dysfunction is critical for triaging pulmonary embolism patients.
- A variety of intervention options exist for managing pulmonary embolism.
- Diagnostic tools and risk categories guide treatment decisions.

## Abstract

With a multitude of options for pulmonary embolism management, we review the most common diagnostic tools available for assessing risk as well as how each broad risk category is typically treated. Right heart dysfunction is the cornerstone for triage of these patients and should be the focus for decision-making, especially in challenging patients. We aim to provide a modern, clinical perspective for PE management in light of the multitude of intervention options.