Serena Williams undergoes surgery for pulmonary embolism

Posted March 2, 2011 4:34 pm.

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Tennis star Serena Williams has undergone surgery for a pulmonary embolism, reported People Magazine.

According to Dr. Michael Kaplan, a medical expert with ESPN, Williams’ condition is very serious and potentially life threatening.

Williams is being treated at a hospital in Los Angeles, where doctors will continue to closely monitor her situation to avoid additional complications.

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