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Alternate Names : Lung Embolus
Pulmonary Embolus | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring
A pulmonary embolus may cause:
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Author: Adam Brochert, MD Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN Date Reviewed: 08/06/01