How long do you normally wait before considering any bronchoscopic procedure (EBUS-TBNA, Transbronchial biopsy) after an episode of acute PE in a patient needing these procedures?
Normally, waiting 6-12 weeks of therapeutic anticoagulation after an acute PE is suggested for any bronchoscopic procedure, however there is always a concern for delay in diagnosis and there is lack of data on how long should one wait after PE for any bronchoscopic procedure.
Answer from: at Community Practice
This depends upon the indication for bronchoscopy and the risk stratification for an acute PE. Generally, anticoagulation can be stopped safely for a short period of time after 10 to 14 days of therapeutic coagulation in low-risk PE but for higher-risk patients or if the bronchoscopy is not urgent a...
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