Abstract

 

Pulmonary embolism is a common disease and continues as a serious complication of different medical and surgical disorders. The disease is often overlooked and causes a significant morbidity and mortality. Current diagnosis, management and prophylaxis of pulmonary embolism is reviewed in this study. [Journal of Turgut Özal Medical Center 1997;4(2):243-247]

Key Words: Pulmonary embolism, diagnosis, management, prophylaxis