What lung disorder is commonly caused by a deep vein thrombosis that travels from the leg to the lungs?
A) Pulmonary edema
B) Consolidation
C) Pulmonary embolism
D) Pneumonia
E) Pleural effusion

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Pulmonary embolism is a condition where a clot (usually from the deep veins of the leg) travels to the lungs, blocking blood flow and causing damage to lung tissue. The other options listed are not typically caused by deep vein thrombosis.

What Lung Disorder Is Commonly Caused by a Deep Vein