After a 26-hour flight a 62-year old male presents to hospital with chest pain and shortness of breath.  Clinical examination establishes the diagnosis of a pulmonary thromboembolism. Discuss the pathogenesis of pulmonary thromboembolism.  Include in your answer how Virchow’s triad contributes to the development of deep vein thrombosis and suggest a plausible treatment option for this patient

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Chapter3: Basic Hemostasis
Section3.2: Disorders Of Hemostasis
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After a 26-hour flight a 62-year old male presents to hospital with chest pain and shortness of breath.  Clinical examination establishes the diagnosis of a pulmonary thromboembolism.

Discuss the pathogenesis of pulmonary thromboembolism.  Include in your answer how Virchow’s triad contributes to the development of deep vein thrombosis and suggest a plausible treatment option for this patient

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