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Arterial problems in athletes.

¹Department of Surgery, Leigh Infirmary, The Avenue, Leigh WN7 1HS, UK. john.g.mosley@tesco.net

The British Journal of Surgery

|December 4, 2003

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Athletes can develop arterial diseases, often presenting only during intense exercise. Prompt diagnosis and surgical treatment can help athletes return to their sport.

Area of Science:

Vascular Surgery
Sports Medicine
Athletic Performance

Background:

Athletes may experience arterial conditions distinct from typical peripheral vascular disease.
Symptoms often manifest only during extreme physical exertion, with normal pulses at rest.
Diagnosis can be challenging, mimicking venous, musculoskeletal, or nerve disorders.

Purpose of the Study:

To review arterial diseases in athletes.
To highlight diagnostic challenges and treatment options.

Main Methods:

A comprehensive Medline search was conducted for relevant literature.
Reference lists of identified articles were cross-referenced for additional studies.

Main Results:

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Various syndromes result from arterial trauma, leading to occlusion or rupture in athletes.

Distal blood flow and pressures are frequently normal at rest, complicating diagnosis.

Surgical interventions have been described for these conditions.

Conclusions:

Arterial problems in athletes can significantly impact their careers.
Timely recognition and surgical intervention can enable athletes to resume high-level competition.