AHA 23: SPECIAL: Ultrasound-assisted Thrombolysis Vs Pulmonary Embolectomy for PE

We are joined onsite by Prof Stefan Stortecky (Bern University Hospital, Bern, SE) to discuss the findings of the single centre SPECIAL trial that investigated ultrasound-assisted catheter-directed thrombolysis as compared to surgical pulmonary embolectomy for intermediate high or high risk pulmonary embolism. Questions: 1. What is the reasoning behind this study? 2. What is the patient population and study design? 3. What are the key findings? 4. What are your take-home messages? 5. What further research is needed, and what are the next steps? Recorded on-site at AHA Scientific Sessions 2023, Philadelphia. This is an independent interview conducted by Radcliffe Cardiology. Visit Radcliffe Cardiology: https://www.radcliffecardiology.com/?... This content is intended for healthcare professionals only. Radcliffe brings medical knowledge, insight and innovation to life for CV clinicians around the world, using our communications & creative expertise, our platforms and connections across the community to help transform theory into practice faster. Like us on Facebook:   / radcliffecardiology   Follow us on X: https://x.com/radcliffeCARDIO