Am I likely to get a Pulmonary Embolism?

 

What is a Pulmonary Embolism (PE)?

A pulmonary embolism is a very serious and potentially fatal condition that occurs when a blood clot breaks off and goes to the lungs.

What are the risk factors?

Risk factors include:

• Having a previous PE or blood clot
• A first-degree family member who has had a PE
• Smoking
• Birth control pills
• Obesity
• Relative Immobilization (e.g. airplane travel)

 

 

mf/ 10.15.18