Shortness of Breath: Pulmonary Embolism, Ischemic Heart Failure, or Both? The Role of Concomitant Surgery
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https://doi.org/10.1532/HSF98.20111120Abstract
We present a case of a patient who underwent successful concomitant surgical management of his massive pulmonary embolism and severe multivessel coronary disease. His presentation with shortness of breath prompted a comprehensive evaluation, which revealed both problems. This experience emphasizes the importance of considering both problems, because treating one but not the other could be catastrophic.References
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