A pulmonary embolism occurs when part of a blood clot breaks off from a deep vein in the body, travels up to an artery or vein in your lungs, and causes a blockage. It is a type of venous ...

Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a rare and life threatening complication that may occur to mothers just before, during, or after delivering a baby. This period is known as peripartum. A 2022 ...

A blood clot in the lung, or pulmonary embolism, affects arteries and can restrict blood flow to the lungs, making it a life-threatening condition. Once caught, the situation can typically be ...