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Serena Williams undergoes emergency treatment

By Amy Lipman
March 2, 2011 - 1:31 pm
Tennis star hospitalized for blood clot in lungs.

Serena Williams' health took a turn for the worse Monday, according to People. Williams, 29, was seen in the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angelos several times in the past week.

"Monday Serena Williams underwent emergency treatment at Cedars for a hematoma she suffered as a result of treatment for a more critical situation," said Nicole Chabot, Williams' rep.

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Doctors discovered a blood clot, medically known as a pulmonary embolism, in Williams' lungs when she returned from New York last week. Williams was in New York to consult a doctor about issues with her foot.

"Doctors are continuing to monitor her situation closely to avoid additional complications," Chabot said.

 

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