Is pulmonary embolism complicated with nephrotic syndrome serious?
Disease description:
My mother-in-law has recently been complaining of feeling unwell. After taking her to the hospital for examination, the doctor diagnosed her with nephrotic syndrome complicated by pulmonary thromboembolism. May I ask, is this condition serious?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Nephrotic syndrome complicated with pulmonary embolism is a relatively serious condition, due to the following reasons:
1. Involvement of multiple organs: This condition affects both the kidneys and the lungs, two major vital organs, increasing the complexity and risk of treatment.
2. Insidious onset and susceptibility to misdiagnosis: The clinical presentation of nephrotic syndrome complicated with pulmonary embolism may be atypical, making it prone to missed diagnosis and misdiagnosis, thereby delaying timely treatment.
3. Hypercoagulable state and thrombotic risk: Nephrotic syndrome itself may lead to a hypercoagulable state, increasing the risk of thrombus formation, while pulmonary embolism is caused by emboli such as blood clots blocking the pulmonary artery or its branches.
4. Potential life-threatening: If the condition is not promptly controlled, pulmonary embolism can be life-threatening.
