Understanding Pulmonary Artery Thrombosis

• Thrombosis in the main pulmonary arteries and branches is a serious condition affecting lung function.

Initial Emergency Management

• Immediate interventions include oxygen therapy and stabilization to support breathing and circulation.

Anticoagulation Therapy

• Use blood thinners like heparin or direct oral anticoagulants to prevent clot growth and new clots.

Thrombolytic Therapy

• Consider clot-dissolving drugs in severe cases with hemodynamic instability.

Surgical and Interventional Procedures

• Options include catheter-directed thrombolysis or surgical embolectomy for large clots or when thrombolytics are unsuitable.

Supportive Care and Monitoring

• Monitor vital signs and oxygen levels closely during treatment.

Long-term Management and Prevention

• Continue anticoagulation, make lifestyle changes, and address risk factors to prevent recurrence.

Relevant Medical Specialties

• Pulmonologists, cardiologists, and hematologists play key roles in management.

Diagnostic Tests

• Use CT pulmonary angiography and blood tests to confirm diagnosis and guide treatment.