Most common cause of pulmonary embolism ?

Correct answer: A. Thrombophebitis

  • A. Thrombophebitis
  • B. Endarteritis
  • C. Atheroscleroses
  • D. Lymphangitis

Explanation

Most pulmonary emboli arise from thrombi in the deep veins of the legs, often described clinically as thrombophlebitis or deep-vein thrombosis. Atherosclerosis and lymphangitis do not usually produce pulmonary emboli.

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