Pulmonary embolus
Alternate Names : Venous thromboembolism, Lung blood clot, Blood clot - lung, Embolus, Tumor embolus
Prevention
Preventing deep venous thrombosis (DVT) is very important, especially in people at high risk. To help prevent DVT, move your legs often or take a stroll during long plane trips, car trips, and other situations in which you are sitting or lying down for long periods of time. Walking and staying active as soon as possible after surgery or during a long-term medical illness can also reduce your risk.
Heparin therapy (low doses of heparin injected under the skin) may be prescribed for those on prolonged bedrest. Sometimes patients in the hospital wear special soft boots that automatically (and gently) squeeze the calves periodically. This is called intermittent pneumatic compression. It helps keep blood moving and prevents blood clotting.
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