A pulmonary embolism is a sudden blockage in a lung artery, usually caused by a blood clot traveling from the legs. It's not "used" but diagnosed via CT scans, ultrasound, or blood tests. Treatment with blood thinners benefits patients at risk of clots, those with heart disease, recent surgery, or prolonged immobility.
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