The document outlines the 2019 European Heart Journal guidelines on acute pulmonary embolism (PE), highlighting updates in diagnostic algorithms, acute and chronic treatment, and considerations for pregnancy. Key points include tailored diagnostics, prolonged anticoagulation for high-risk patients, and the introduction of d-dimer testing for pregnant patients to safely exclude PE. Overall, the guidelines emphasize a multi-faceted approach to risk assessment and management in both acute and long-term care for PE.