Coroner Reveals Heavy D. Died of Blood Clot
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A coroner's report has revealed the cause of Hip Hop legend Heavy D's death. The report says deep vein trombosis, resulting in a blood clot traveling to his lung killed the "Overweight Lover."
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) are serious medical conditions that are often undiagnosed, but they are preventable, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
DVT occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the lower leg, thigh or pelvis.
Sitiing for an extended period of time such as during travel is one of the ways a blood clot can form.
Heavy D had just returned from a trip to Europe.
A coroner's report has revealed the cause of Hip Hop legend Heavy D's death. The report says deep vein trombosis, resulting in a blood clot traveling to his lung killed the "Overweight Lover."
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) are serious medical conditions that are often undiagnosed, but they are preventable, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
DVT occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the lower leg, thigh or pelvis.
Sitiing for an extended period of time such as during travel is one of the ways a blood clot can form.
Heavy D had just returned from a trip to Europe.
