Lucknow : The postmortem examination report of Prateek Yadav (38), son of late Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav, has revealed that he died due to a massive blockage in the blood vessels of the lungs, leading to a collapse of the heart and respiratory system. According to the autopsy findings, the provisional cause of death was recorded as “cardiorespiratory collapse due to massive pulmonary thromboembolism.”
The report stated that doctors preserved the entire heart and the clot-like material recovered from the lungs in formalin for detailed histopathological examination. Sources said forensic experts would now conduct laboratory tests on the preserved samples to ascertain the exact nature and origin of the clot and to determine whether any underlying medical condition or external factor contributed to the death.
The postmortem report further noted that all injuries found on the body were “antemortem,” meaning they had occurred before death. However, officials indicated that no conclusive inference regarding the nature of those injuries would be drawn until the final forensic and chemical examination reports are received.
Doctors stress that many blood clots can be prevented with lifestyle changes and timely medical care. Preventive measures include staying physically active, walking during long journeys, drinking enough water, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding smoking, and taking prescribed blood thinners after surgery or illness.
A Pulmonary embolism is considered a medical emergency. Immediate treatment may involve blood thinners, clot-dissolving medications, oxygen therapy, or emergency procedures to remove the clot. The tragic death of Prateek highlights the importance of recognising symptoms early and seeking urgent medical attention for sudden breathing difficulties or unexplained chest pain.
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