Heart Health

 

From Knee Surgery to Cardiac Crisis: Trisha Bartels
When she scheduled her knee replacement surgery in March 2024, the Starbuck resident anticipated a typical recovery — some discomfort, physical therapy and a gradual return to normal life. Just days after the procedure, however, a whirlwind of symptoms led to a surprise diagnosis that changed everything: a pulmonary embolism, a serious condition caused by the development of blood clots in the lungs.

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