Arterial Embolism
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An arterial embolism occurs when a clot or other material travels through the bloodstream and suddenly blocks an artery, cutting off blood flow to an organ or a limb. It is an emergency that requires immediate care.
When should you seek care right away? Severe, sudden pain, paleness, coldness, tingling, or loss of strength in an arm or leg are warning signs that call for prompt attention.
Common causes: It often originates from heart problems, such as certain irregular rhythms, or from plaques that break loose from the arterial walls.
Which specialist treats it? Management usually involves angiology, vascular surgery, cardiology, or internal medicine, and in cardiac cases the cardiovascular surgeon. Given how suddenly it appears, the sensible course is to go to an emergency service and then follow up with the appropriate specialist.
Data on 603 doctors who treat arterial embolism
Which specialist treats arterial embolism?
Arterial embolism should be evaluated by a vascular specialist, who identifies and treats this type of blockage. A vascular surgeon may get involved if surgical management is required, and an internal medicine physician takes part in the overall diagnosis. You can book an appointment with any of these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in arterial embolism
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Víctor Molgado
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Karla Areyda Reyes León
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Naomi Bouchain Barajas
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Brenda Eliosa Fernández
Dr. Fania García
Dr. Brenda Rodríguez Bustos
Dr. Gabriela Berenice Vazquez De la Peña
Frequently asked questions
What is arterial embolism?
An arterial embolism occurs when a clot or other material travels through the bloodstream and suddenly blocks an artery, cutting off blood flow to an organ or a limb. It is an emergency that requires immediate care.
Which doctor treats arterial embolism?
Arterial embolism should be evaluated by a vascular specialist, who identifies and treats this type of blockage. A vascular surgeon may get involved if surgical management is required, and an internal medicine physician takes part in the overall diagnosis. You can book an appointment with any of these specialists.