Embolus
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An embolus is a fragment that travels through the bloodstream —usually a clot, though it can also be fat, air, or another material— until it becomes lodged in a vessel and blocks blood flow to a tissue or organ.
Why it matters: by interrupting circulation, it can deprive the affected area of oxygen, which is a situation that requires timely attention.
Warning signs: they depend on the affected site and include sudden pain, coldness or a change in color in a limb, difficulty breathing, or an abrupt loss of function.
Which specialist treats it? The angiologist and the vascular surgeon specialize in blood vessel problems related to an embolus. If you have sudden symptoms like those described, it is essential to seek medical evaluation immediately.
Data on 45 doctors who treat embolus
Which specialist treats embolus?
An embolus should be evaluated by a vascular specialist, who identifies its origin and provides appropriate treatment. You can book an appointment with a vascular specialist near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in embolus
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Isaac Aaron Enriquez Monsalvo
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. José Felipe Jaramillo Canales
Dr. Paulina Matesanz Hernandez
Dr. Juan Pablo Espinosa
Dr. Jorge Gerardo Martínez Laredo
Dr. Jorge Rolando Reyes Velarde
Dr. Carolina Mora
Dr. Herlich Pérez Roa
Dr. Karina Gutierrez Magallón
Dr. Ana Laura García López
Frequently asked questions
What is embolus?
An embolus is a fragment that travels through the bloodstream —usually a clot, though it can also be fat, air, or another material— until it becomes lodged in a vessel and blocks blood flow to a tissue or organ.
Which doctor treats embolus?
An embolus should be evaluated by a vascular specialist, who identifies its origin and provides appropriate treatment. You can book an appointment with a vascular specialist near you.