Konstantinides S et al. Heparin plus alteplase compared with heparin alone in patients with submassive pulmonary embolism. N Engl J Med 2002 Oct 10; 347:1143-50. Goldhaber SZ. Thrombolysis for ...

The following is a summary of “Mortality Outcomes with Tenecteplase Versus Alteplase in the Treatment of Massive Pulmonary ...

Alteplase (Activase) is the most common thrombolytic medication used to treat PE. While it carries a low risk of allergic reactions compared with other thrombolytics, the medication is associated ...

This medication is an enzyme (tissue plasminogen activator (tPA)), prescribed for heart attack, stroke, and pulmonary embolism. It helps to break down unwanted blood clots. When should Alteplase ...