Patient education: Pulmonary embolism (Beyond the Basics)
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WEBFeb 9, 2024 · Pulmonary embolism (PE) occurs when a blood clot (thrombus) dislodges from a vein, travels through the bloodstream, and lodges in the lung (where it is called a "pulmonary embolus"). Most blood clots originally form in one of the deep veins of the legs, thighs, or pelvis; this condition is known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
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