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.
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 5 doctors who treat embolus
Specialties that treat embolus
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in embolus
Dr. Lorenzo Rish Fein
Dra. Maria Isabel Aguilar Montes de Oca
Dr. Saul Soto Solis
Dr. José Ángel Barajas Colón
Dr. Pablo Martín Boada Sandoval
Dra. Laura Figueroa Hernández
Dr. Carlos Cesar Ramirez Moreno
Dra. Gabriela Maya Duarte
Dr. Luis Alberto Guzmán Cruz
Dr. Misael Sanchez
Dra. Yuriria Orea Gaona
Dr. Roberto Castañeda Gaxiola
Dr. Enrique Santillán Aguayo
Dr. Jorge Antonio Torres Martinez
Dr. Arturo Morales Bravo
Dr. Victor Hugo Navarro Ceja
Dra. Leticia Arcos Acosta
Dr. Jorge García Dávila
Dr. Juan Miguel Rodriguez Trejo
Dr. Jose Luis Camacho Carranza
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?
Embolus is usually treated by specialists in angiologist, vascular surgeon, vascular surgeon.