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How blood clots lead to death

Blood clots are the leading cause of sudden death amongst seemingly healthy people, cancer patients, and hospitalised patients. [File, Standard]

Blood clots are healthy and lifesaving when they stop bleeding.

However, when blood clots form inside your body where they aren't needed, they can cause a heart attack, stroke, or other serious medical problems.

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