The autopsy report of Prateek Yadav has revealed that a blood clot in the lungs led to his death, according to media reports published on Wednesday. The report also documented six injuries on different parts of his body.
Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Mulayam Singh Yadav and half-brother of Akhilesh Yadav, died in Lucknow at the age of 38 earlier on Wednesday.
According to the post-mortem findings, the injuries were found on his chest, under the right arm, right forearm, right elbow joint, over the elbow and left wrist. The report reportedly stated that three of the injuries were around five to seven days old, while the remaining injuries were about a day old.
Medical findings cited in the report identified pulmonary thromboembolism, a condition caused by blockage in lung arteries due to blood clots, as the cause behind cardiorespiratory failure. Samples have also reportedly been preserved for further examination.
Earlier reports had indicated that Prateek Yadav had been dealing with lung-related health complications and had undergone treatment at a private hospital in Lucknow on multiple occasions.
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Despite belonging to one of Uttar Pradesh’s most prominent political families, Prateek Yadav largely stayed away from active politics and was known for his interest in fitness and business ventures.
Several political leaders, including Yogi Adityanath, expressed condolences following his death.
What is pulmonary thromboembolism?
Pulmonary thromboembolism is a medical condition in which one or more arteries in the lungs become blocked because of blood clots. It can severely affect breathing and blood circulation and may become life-threatening if not treated in time.
FAQs
Who was Prateek Yadav?
Prateek Yadav was the younger son of late Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and the half-brother of Akhilesh Yadav.
What did the autopsy report say?
The report stated that a blood clot in the lungs caused his death and also mentioned six injuries on his body.
Was foul play confirmed?
Initial reports said no foul play was detected, though samples were preserved for further analysis.
