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How do you treat an embolism (bloodclot in the lung?
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Blood thinner: By far the most common treatment is anticoagulation (blood thinners), typically for 6-12 months. Anvanced techniques for clot removal are most often reserved for severe cases.
Answered 9/28/2016
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