Life expectancy for someone with a pumonary embolism (PE) will depend on the type and severity, individual factors, and how soon the person receives a diagnosis and treatment. Doctors use a scale to ...

A pulmonary embolism occurs when a blood clot blocks one of the arteries in the lungs. A pulmonary embolism can happen after surgery if a blood clot forms inside one of the veins in the body and ...

Thrombosis and embolism are both blood clots that reduce or block blood flow inside your blood vessels. They’re two different yet serious conditions. Here’s a look at the differences and similarities.

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Are you searching for effective medications to treat 'Pulmonary Embolism'? This comprehensive guide provides the latest information on medications-both generic and branded-that are essential for ...

An embolism is anything that blocks a blood vessel and makes it difficult or impossible for your blood to flow normally. One type of embolism is a “fat” embolism. These happen when fat particles get ...

This lung condition is often misdiagnosed and untreated. Use these questions to talk to your doctor about your risk level, prevention strategies, and treatment. A blood clot in an artery can be ...

A liposuction procedure turned nearly deadly for a 45-year-old woman in England, according to a new report of her case. The woman developed a condition called fat embolism syndrome, a rare but ...

NO SINGLE NONINVASIVE TEST for pulmonary embolism is both sensitive and specific. Some tests are good for “ruling in” pulmonary embolism (e.g., helical CT) and some tests are good for “ruling out” ...