How having a VTE coordinator can improve workflow for PE teams
Most hospitals in the United States have a care pathway for stroke patients, but this is not the case for patients presenting with venous thromboembolism (VTE) disease, including acute pulmonary embolism (PE) patients. The treatment pathway for PE patients presents challenges, where there is often no standard treatment criteria or protocol. Multiple disciplines are involved in the care workflow and the treatment plan can vary based on who is involved.