If a thrombus in the left atrial appendage embolizes, stroke can occur. Embolism to the lower extremities, kidney, spleen or mesenteric vessels can occur, as well.

and the coronary arteries that feed the heart (coronary artery thrombosis). A blood clot in the heart's chambers can break apart and lodge into other arteries, such as the coronary arteries ...

Mumbai: A 29-year-old woman narrowly escaped a devastating stroke when a massive blood clot in her heart broke loose ... blood flow to her legs, spleen, kidney, and uterus. Faced with severe ...