All articles tagged with #pulmonary embolism
A Westminster inquest found that Lady Joan Branson died from a pulmonary embolism caused by deep vein thrombosis after a fall, and the coroner said her death could likely have been prevented with preventive anticoagulants, noting her very high risk of DVT and the debate over balancing bleeding risk when withholding such treatment in hospital care.
Kenneth Walker III survived a life-threatening pulmonary embolism in high school, fought back with disciplined training and blood-thinner management, and has risen from an overlooked recruit at Kent State and Michigan State to a key Chiefs back whose burst and vision echo his Arlington High days; off the field he promotes the Stop The Clot campaign with Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital.
British-Nigerian influencer Igho 'Tiny' Ubiribo (also known as Denisi or Ego) died at 43 after a penis enlargement procedure in Thailand; the coroner cited a pulmonary embolism from the cosmetic surgery as the cause, despite CPR lasting over 100 minutes, with a London funeral held in May.
Basketball Hall of Famer Chris Bosh says he nearly died from a pulmonary embolism in January, requiring a hospital stay and daily medication, and notes that he’ll have to manage the condition for life. He previously battled blood clots in 2015 and 2016 that ended his NBA career, and is now pursuing media work while staying vigilant about his health.
A Florida man sues OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT gave dangerous medical advice, failed to flag signs of a pulmonary embolism, and, after a memory-upgrade, delivered more personal, faith-infused guidance that discouraged seeking real medical care, contributing to a near-fatal pulmonary event; he seeks damages and removal of ChatGPT Health, while OpenAI says the AI is not a doctor and should not replace medical care.
A preliminary report from a Washington, D.C., medical examiner attributes Lindsey Graham’s death to an aortic dissection caused by arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease; the article explains how an aortic dissection occurs, the two main forms (Type A and Type B), common symptoms, how it differs from an aortic aneurysm and from pulmonary embolism, and notes overlapping risk factors such as age, high blood pressure, smoking and calcium buildup in the arteries.
Patrick Muldoon, the Melrose Place and Days of Our Lives alum, died on April 19 at 57 from a heart attack (myocardial infarction); the death certificate lists pulmonary embolism and hereditary coagulopathy as underlying factors, and he was cremated on April 28 after his death was confirmed by his manager.
Patrick Muldoon, known for Days of Our Lives, died at 57 from a myocardial infarction (heart attack); his death certificate lists a pulmonary embolism and hereditary coagulopathy as underlying causes, and he was cremated after his passing, with tributes from peers following the news.
The 2026 AHA/ACC guideline for acute PE introduces a five-category Acute PE Clinical Categories system (A–E) to sharpen risk stratification and guide therapy; patients with higher risk (categories C–E) or cardiopulmonary failure should be hospitalized, and for those eligible for oral anticoagulation, direct oral anticoagulants are preferred over vitamin K antagonists to prevent recurrent VTE and reduce major bleeding.
Cardiologists warn that pulmonary embolism, often beginning as a leg DVT, can present with chest pain, breathlessness, a racing heart, or blue-tinged lips/nails and is frequently missed, especially in milder cases. Cancer markedly increases clot risk, which may explain Catherine O’Hara’s death from an embolism, and prolonged immobility (like long flights) also raises risk. Prevention includes staying mobile and wearing compression socks on long journeys; treatment usually involves anticoagulants and, in severe cases, surgery. Early recognition is crucial since large emboli can be fatal within hours, though smaller clots can be dangerous if untreated.
Catherine O’Hara, 71, died in a Santa Monica hospital; the death certificate lists a pulmonary embolism as the immediate cause and rectal cancer as the long-term illness she had been treated for since 2025; tributes poured in from colleagues celebrating her work on Schitt’s Creek and Home Alone.
Catherine O’Hara died at 71 in Santa Monica; the Los Angeles County death certificate lists a pulmonary embolism as the immediate cause with rectal cancer as the underlying condition, and tributes from colleagues followed.
Catherine O’Hara, the Emmy-winning star of Home Alone and Schitt’s Creek, died at 71 after a pulmonary embolism, according to a death certificate released by Los Angeles authorities; the document also lists rectal cancer as an underlying cause. Tributes from colleagues and fans followed the news.
Catherine O’Hara died at 71 on Jan. 30 in Santa Monica; a death certificate lists a pulmonary embolism as the cause of death with rectal cancer as an underlying condition, and she was cremated, with tributes pouring in from colleagues and fans.
Catherine O’Hara died at age 71 at her Los Angeles home after a brief illness. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health listed a pulmonary embolism as the immediate cause of death, with rectal cancer noted as the underlying condition. She was cremated and her remains were given to her husband, Bo Welch. The Emmy-winning actress, known for Schitt’s Creek and Home Alone, was honored by colleagues including Eugene Levy and Macaulay Culkin.