Early detection and prompt treatment of acute pulmonary embolism (PE), a sudden and potentially life‑threatening blood clot that blocks arteries in the lungs, is critical. Comprehensive ...

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Catherine O’Hara’s death from a pulmonary embolism has drawn attention to this serious condition in which a blood clot lodges in the lungs. Dr. Leana Wen explains.

Catherine O’Hara’s death certificate says she died of pulmonary embolism – a condition caused by a blood clot blocking ...

Temple Health is on a mission to raise awareness about one of the least-known and most under-diagnosed serious medical conditions – a potentially deadly one that can be prevented, if caught early.

Everyone bleeds, and in most cases, blood clotting, or coagulation, is a good thing. “A blood clot (also known as a thrombus) is a jello-like material that your body creates to stop bleeding when you ...

When most of us think of a serious medical emergency, we usually think of sudden events such as heart attacks, strokes or serious injuries from a car crash. But some threats develop quietly, with ...

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A pulmonary embolism is a serious and potentially fatal medical emergency that occurs when a blood clot blocks an artery in the lungs.

Pulmonary embolism is a serious medical condition that can have fatal consequences, as tragically highlighted by the recent death of actress Catherine O'Hara. This article delves into the intricacies ...

Leg pain affects nearly everyone at some point, ranging from routine muscle soreness after exercise to the occasional cramp that resolves quickly. This commonplace nature makes it easy to dismiss leg ...