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actually...it's usually the clots in your legs (DVTs) which can embolize to your lungs and become the pulmonary embolis you spoke of. theoretically...prevention of DVTs should prevent PEs as well. development of clots in the abdomen happens less often. the key to prevention of those DVTs is to move around as much as possible immediately following surgery and throughout your recovery.... the fact you were on bedrest put you at significant risk...and it also sounds like your recovery was slowed a bit by inactivity. I am very sorry for what happened to you...and the medical profession tends not to elaborate enough on their reasons for doing things when talking to patients. docs are horrible and nurses can be less than forthcoming as well. glad you are doing better!

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