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pulmonary embolism

pulmonary embolism happens when an artery in the lung is suddenly blocked. it's usually caused by a blood clot in a leg vein that breaks loose, travels to a lung (pulmonary) artery, and blocks blood flow. this is very serious and can be deadly.

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