Pulmonary embolism occurs when a clot that has travelled from another part of the body blocks the blood supply to the lung. It commonly arises from a deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Pulmonary embolism ultimately damages areas of the lung, causing reduced oxygen levels in the blood that can potentially lead to death. Therefore, it is a serious medical condition that needs prompt medical treatment.…
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Author: Dr Idan Ben-Barak PhD, MSc, BSc (Med)
First answered: 13 Jul 2015
Last reviewed: 19 May 2018
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Category: Pulmonary embolism