The use of thrombolysis is well known to improve outcomes in patients suffering from a myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolus, stroke and ischemic limb injury. However, the use of recombinant tissue plasminogen activator is not without risks. Therefore, clinicians must select patients who are to be best suited for the procedure, and those who have the least risk of having a fatal complication.
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Absolute Contraindications to Thrombolysis
Relative Contraindications to Thrombolysis
Major surgery, trauma, or bleeding within 2 weeks
Absolute Contraindications to Thrombolysis
Relative Contraindications to Thrombolysis
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