Can pulmonary embolism in the elderly be cured?
Disease description:
My father-in-law has been coughing with phlegm, and after going to the hospital for examination, he was diagnosed with pulmonary embolism. Can elderly patients recover from pulmonary embolism?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Xiheng
Pulmonary embolism in the elderly is generally difficult to cure, as this condition represents an irreversible pathological state of the lungs. It carries a relatively high mortality rate after onset. However, under a doctor's guidance, medications such as anticoagulants—including warfarin and phenylalanine coumarin—can be taken to help control the disease progression. During treatment, it is essential to get adequate rest and avoid physical exertion.
