Understanding Pulmonary Embolism and Its Impact on Health

PACE Hospitals Podcast

Pulmonary Thromboembolism is a serious health issue that arises when blood clots obstruct the pulmonary arteries in the lungs. It’s a condition that can have severe consequences if not addressed promptly. In this episode of pulmonary thromboembolism podcast, we’re focusing on Pulmonary Thromboembolism, or PTE, a condition that can strike suddenly and with potentially devastating consequences.

Join the PACE Hospitals Podcast with Dr. Lakshmi Kumar Chalamarla - Senior Interventional Radiologist and Abdominal Imaging Specialist at PACE Hospitals, Hitech City, Hyderabad, India, to shed light on what PTE is, its symptoms, risk factors, and the steps we can take to treat and prevent it.

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1. Understanding Pulmonary Embolism and Its Impact on Health (00:00:00)

2. What is Pulmonary Thromboembolism? (00:01:06)

3. Can you describe the factors that contribute to Pulmonary Thromboembolism? (00:01:32)

4. What are the common risk factors that predispose individuals to Pulmonary Thromboembolism? (00:02:15)

5. What are the common symptoms of pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE)? (00:04:15)

6. What specific tests are used to diagnose pulmonary thromboembolism? (00:08:17)

7. What are the Treatment options for Pulmonary Thromboembolism? (00:12:56)

8. What are the preventive measures for Pulmonary Thromboembolism? (00:17:19)

9. Can Pulmonary Thromboembolism cause sudden death? (00:19:52)

10. So, Doctor, Is it possible for Pulmonary Thromboembolism to go away by itself? (00:20:36)

11. Is there a direct link between high cholesterol levels and the risk of developing pulmonary thromboembolism? (00:21:07)

12. Can Uterine Fibroids cause Pulmonary Thromboembolism? (00:21:47)

13. Are there specific conditions or factors associated with PTE that could indirectly affect stroke risk? (00:22:13)

14. Can you get Pulmonary Thromboembolism while on Blood Thinners? (00:22:58)