Search Results for: embolism
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Pulmonary Embolism: A Dangerous Clot
Pulmonary emboli usually occur as the result of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot in the leg that breaks loose and travels to your lung.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: What You Need to Know about DVT
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) can be a life-threatening condition. Ulka Sachdev, MD, Co-director of the Vein Center at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute, discusses causes, the warning signs and what you should discuss with your doctor.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Lindsey’s Story: How Vascular Surgery for Blood Clots Helped Her Get Back on Her Feet
Lindsey, an operating room nurse, needed emergency surgery to remove a deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Information on Hyperbaric Medicine: Q&A with Julie Bielec, MD
If you have a wound that won't heal, hyperbaric oxygen therapy may be for you. Learn more about how this treatment works.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Undergoing Heart Valve Surgery for A-Fib
A-fib is a commonly treated arrhythmia. Here's what you need to know about A-fib if you have heart valve problems or need heart surgery.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Matt’s Story: Recovering from COVID’s Impact at the Inpatient Rehab Unit
Matt thought the worst was behind him after a week-long hospital stay for COVID-19. But when problems continued, he knew he needed more care.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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Article - 6 Minute Read
What Are Spinal Fractures? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
The vertebrae that protect your spinal cord can break from a trauma or from bones weakening as you age.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Spine Health
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The UPMC Post-COVID-19 Recovery Clinic
At the UPMC Post-COVID-19 Recovery Clinic, our experts are working to better understand the virus and provide support and access to the latest treatments and trials for patients who have recovered from a COVID-19 infection.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 8 Minute Read
What Is Sickle Cell Disease? Learn More About This Genetic Blood Disorder
Sickle cell disease, a group of inherited blood disorders, can prevent red blood cells from carrying oxygen through the vessels. Learn More.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness