Distant history of pulmonary embolism

What does "Distant history of pulmonary embolism" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Distant history of pulmonary embolism" refers to a person having had a lung clot in the past, but not recently. A pulmonary embolism is a serious condition where a blood clot gets lodged in an artery in the lung, blocking blood flow. The term "distant history" means that this event happened a long time ago. It's important information for doctors because it can affect a person's current health and future medical treatment.

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