...and out of its four chambers. These are the tricuspid, pulmonary, mitral, and aortic valves. Sometimes, these valves become narrow and impair blood flow – a condition called valvular stenosis,...
...Blood loss Drug reactions Other less common but more serious complications include: Shock Tissue damage and necrosis Acute myocardial infarction Pulmonary embolism Septicaemia Chest infections Post-op atelectasis Urinary tract infection...
...possible complications are: Adverse reactions or allergy to anesthesia Blood clots in the blood vessels Tissue necrosis Pulmonary embolism Deep vein thrombosis Reference: UCLA Health: “Microvascular and Reconstructive Surgery” Plastic...
...on the legs. Hypercoagulability People affected by Crohn’s disease are at an increased risk of blood clots forming, which may result in deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or a pulmonary embolism...
...Parkinson’s disease, spinal cord injuries) * Sports injuries * Cardiopulmonary conditions (e.g., chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cystic fibrosis) * Geriatric conditions (e.g., osteoarthritis, osteoporosis) **Treatment Techniques:** Physiotherapists utilize various treatment...
...following conditions: Respiratory arrest Respiratory failure Class III or IV haemorrhage Pulmonary contusion Pneumonia Emphysema Collapsed lung Heart failure Stroke Overdose Massive bleeding from the oesophagus Intestinal or stomach bleeding...
...tests that may be used include: * Genetic testing * Chest X-ray * Pulmonary function test **Q: What is the life expectancy for people with CF?** **A:** With modern treatment,...
...these can be unsightly and may cause pain and discomfort In rare cases, the patient may experience pulmonary embolus, blood clot, or stroke. References: Enneking WF. Staging of musculoskeletal neoplasms....
...venous thrombosis, when undergoing any procedure. These clots can travel to the lungs, causing a life-threatening condition called pulmonary embolism. This complication is treated with anticoagulants (blood-thinning medication). Recurrence of...
...lead to stroke or heart attack. It can reduce the risk of pulmonary embolism, a potentially fatal condition caused by a blood clot in the lungs. Complications of Rechanneling of...
