Massive Pulmonary Embolism
Imaging findings
Right ventricular dilation, contrast reflux, and an IVC fluid level indicating significant pressure elevation.
Key takeaways
Advanced interventional suction embolectomy is increasingly used to manage massive PE, though care must be taken to distinguish acute from chronic clot, as chronic clot is not suitable for this procedure.
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