The most common cause of PE is artery blockage due to blood clots in the lungs. Blood clots formed in a deep vein in the legs travel to the lungs, where they get lodged in the artery. Early medical intervention to break the clot can significantly lower the mortality risk.
Causes of pulmonary embolism
The causes of pulmonary embolism can be:
- Clots that form in the deep veins of the arms, pelvis or rarely other parts of the body travelling to the lungs.
- Fat released in the bloodstream after certain bone fractures, trauma, surgery, or severe burns.
- Air bubbles that get into the blood after surgery or any trauma.
- Rapidly growing cancer cells that cause tumours.
- Cardiovascular diseases, such as congestive heart failure, heart attack, stroke, or arterial fibrillation.
- Certain blood clotting disorders resulting from hormone replacement therapy or ingesting birth control pills.
- Amniotic fluid
Conclusion
A health insurance policy can be beneficial in covering the hospitalisation expenses for patients suffering from PE. Make sure that your insurance plan covers the cost of diagnostic tests, doctor’s fees, medication costs, etc. so that you can always avail the best treatment.
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