Can Lung Clots Be Fatal? Pulmonary Embolism| Dr VK. Sheorain | Medanta Gurugram

A painful, swollen calf after a long journey. Sudden breathlessness that seems to come out of nowhere. These symptoms may appear unrelated, but in some cases, they can signal pulmonary embolism, a potentially life-threatening condition that requires urgent medical attention. In this episode of Medanta Talks, Dr. Virender K. Sheorain, Associate Director, Peripheral Vascular and Endovascular Sciences, Medanta Gurugram, is joined by Dr. Vimal Shukla, MD (Medicine), Consulting Physician, Narayan Hospital, Jhansi, to discuss how pulmonary embolism develops, why it is often overlooked, and how timely diagnosis and advances in vascular intervention are improving patient outcomes. In this episode, you'll learn: What pulmonary embolism is and why it can become life-threatening The warning signs, including sudden breathlessness, chest pain and swelling or pain in the leg How deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can lead to pulmonary embolism How doctors assess the severity of pulmonary embolism and decide on treatment The role of mechanical thrombectomy in removing blood clots in selected patients How anticoagulant therapy helps prevent future blood clots Why symptoms after prolonged travel or immobility should never be ignored Early recognition and timely treatment can be lifesaving. Watch this conversation to understand the warning signs of pulmonary embolism and the importance of seeking urgent medical care. Learn more about Dr. Virender K. Sheorain: https://www.medanta.org/hospitals-nea... #PulmonaryEmbolism #DeepVeinThrombosis #DVT #BloodClots #VascularHealth #Thrombectomy #Medanta #MedantaTalks