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A pulmonary embolism is an obstruction of a blood vessel in the lungs, usually due to a blood clot, which blocks a coronary artery. Many times a pulmonary embolism is caused by a deep vein thrombosis. A complication where blood clots break off in a major vein. The cause of the clot could have resulted from orthopedic surgery, or pelvic, abdominal, or thoracic surgery. It probably started in the femoral vein or iliac vein. From there, it traveled through the inferior vena cava, through the right atrium of the heart. Then the right ventricle of the heart. Finally, into the pulmonary arteries where it stops.
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∙ 11y ago- Blood arrives through the Superior Vena Cava
- Right Atrium
- Tricuspid valve
- Right ventricle
- Pulmonary semilunar valve
- Pulmonary trunk
- Pulmonary arteries
- Alveoli or capillaries
- Lungs
- Pulmonary Vein
- Left Atrium
- Bicuspid valve
- Left ventricle
- Aortic semilunar valve
- Aorta
- Aortic arch
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∙ 14y agoThe clot runs up the femoral vein into the iliac vein then into the inferior vena cava then into the righr atrium to the right ventricle from where it is pumped into the lungs.
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∙ 14y agoyou just follow the venous systemto the heart then up to the lungs.
my anatomy is not too good but... tibial v, femoral v, inferior vena cava, heart, pulmonary a.
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∙ 12y agothe two femoral veins merge into the superior vena cava, which enters the heart. from there the blood is pumped into the lungs through the pulmonary artery.
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∙ 14y agothe path of your mum
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∙ 14y agoits a long blood clot
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Why might a clot in the lungs occur after a deep vein thrombosis in the leg?
Because a clot in a deep vein can break off and travel through the blood stream to the lungs.
What is an embolism and what is its connection to thrombosis?
Thrombosis is a blood clot that develops in a vein (usually in the leg or pelvic region). An embolism is a clot that breaks off and travels to the heart, lungs, or brain.
What is the diagnoses for a strange liquid in throat and leg that is making them swell and blood clot after blood clot?
cellulitis
What is pulminory Thrombosis and how is it treated?
Pulmonary thrombosis is when a blood clot from another part of the body (usually the deep veins of the leg) dislodges from the place of origin and settles somewhere in the lungs. This blocks blood flow into the lungs. It is treated by a clot buster in the short term to bust the clot and if it is a chronic problem they are given Warfarin or something similar to prevent future clots
What are the side-effects of leg blood clots?
A blood clot in the leg occurs within a large vein in the leg causing blood flow to be blocked. If you are experiencing pain in your leg and notice that it is swelling or becoming red, then you have a blood clot. If you notice these symptoms, you should seek medical treatment as soon as possible. Leaving a clot untreated could cause
What could pain in the back of leg be while pregnant?
It could be a DVT (deep vein thrombosis) a blood clot in the lower leg which can break free and move to the lungs where it can be life threatening. Go and see a doctor.
How might a blood clot in your upper leg affect your body?
Impedes blood flow to & from leg ... so you might lose that leg. Also, if the clot breaks loose it can interfere with systemic or pulmonary circulation - in which case you might die.
Do you need to stay off feet when you have a blood clot in your leg?
Yes
Does venous thromboembolism only develop in leg veins?
No they can happen anywhere they are called different names for different parts of the body. ex: blood clot in the lungs is calleda pulmonary embolism.
You want to get a tattoo on your leg you are prone to blood clots what is the risk?
Highly unlikely you will suffer a blood clot.
How do you know if you have a blood clot in your leg?
A blood clot can cause your leg to swell, become sore or painful (especially when walking), the skin can get red, and you might have a warm spot on it somewhere. Some blood clots can break off or move around, which can be very dangerous. If a blood clot reaches your lungs, your symptoms can be that of it being difficult to breathe, chest pain, a fever, cough (with or without blood in it), rapid heart beat, and you might faint easily or have fainted several times on a row or within a short amount of time from each one. If you have any symptoms of blood clots, seek help as soon as possible!
Can you exercise when on heparin for a blood clot of the leg?
No, because blood clots travel but you should look at a more professional website for that.
