Pulmonary Emboli

Deep vein thrombosis can be one of the sources of pulmonary emboli (PE). PE can cause sudden incapacitation and significant morbidity and mortality.

Waiting period

Minimum — 3 months with no pulmonary embolism

NOTE: If more than one waiting period applies (because of multiple cardiac conditions or other comorbid diseases), examine the driver for certification after the completion of the longest waiting period.

Decision

Maximum certification period — 1 year

Recommend to certify if:

The driver has:

• Appropriate long-term treatment.
• No other disqualifying cardiovascular disease.

Recommend not to certify if:

The driver has symptoms.

Monitoring/Testing

When PE treatment includes anticoagulant therapy, the driver should meet monitoring guidelines.

Follow-up

The driver should have an annual medical examination.

Venous Disease Recommendation Table — Pulmonary Embolus (PDF)