What Is May Thurner Syndrome?
6. Complications
As mentioned, deep vein thrombosis can result in some very serious complications in addition to the symptoms already mentioned. The main one being a pulmonary embolism, which is very serious indeed. It happens because sometimes the clot in the leg can become dislodged, where it can then travel to the pulmonary artery.
Once in the pulmonary artery, the clot can plug the artery, preventing blood from reaching the lungs. This leaves the body unable to get fresh oxygen from the air we breathe in a condition that is life-threatening. If a pulmonary embolism is suspected then the patient must be found medical assistance immediately.
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