Abstract :
Acute pulmonary embolism is a life threatening condition with a high mortality rate. If diagnosed early, the patient outcome
is better. Therefore, early assessment, diagnosis and appropriate treatment are a key to successful management of the
patient. This article discusses two (2) cases of acute pulmonary embolism of different aetiologies and also undertakes a
review of the literature with regards to classification systems, risk stratification, diagnostic tools and recent advances in
management of pulmonary embolism.
Keyword :
Acute pulmonary embolism, etiology, deep venous thrombosis, management