Massive Pulmonary Embolism after Lumbar Spinal Fusion Surgery

Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a rare complication that may result in death after lumbar spinal fusion surgery. Although pulmonary embolism mortality rates decreased with early diagnosis and treatment, delays in the diagnosis of pulmonary embolism is commonly seen even with advanced diagnostic methods....

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Main Authors: Ezgi Akar, Fatih Doğu Geyik, Aynur Özensoy, M. Ufuk Akmil, Tülin Akarsu Ayazoğlu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Galenos Yayinevi 2014-12-01
Series:Haseki Tıp Bülteni
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Online Access:http://www.hasekidergisi.com/article_7535/Massive-Pulmonary-Embolism-After-Lumbar-Spinal-Fusion-Surgery