Table 4
Fatal pulmonary embolism associated with defined medical conditions
| Medical condition | Fatal PE (n) | Fatal PE (%)* |
|---|---|---|
| *Percentage of defined medical conditions. | ||
| PE, pulmonary embolism. | ||
| Myocardial infarction | 3 | 2.7 |
| Cerebrovascular accident | 4 | 3.6 |
| Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 8 | 7.3 |
| Heart failure | 13 | 11.8 |
| Cancer | 24 | 20.9 |
| Infection | 26 | 23.6 |
| Other condition | 33 | 30.0 |
| All defined medical conditions | 110 | 100 |
