Pulmonary embolism response team.

The Pulmonary Embolism Response Team (PERT) is a multidisciplinary team that quickly evaluates, coordinates diagnosis, and optimizes management for patients with pulmonary embolism (PE), a serious public health problem. The classification and management of PE has evolved over recent years. Despite updated guidelines by major medical organizations, classification and management relies heavily on expert opinion. Given the complexity of patients with PE and the variety of clinical presentations and treatment options, a multidisciplinary team is warranted.