Work-related effort thrombosis in a millwright: a case report

Effort thrombosis refers to axillosubclavian vein thrombosis secondary to physical activities of the upper extremity.

This report describes the clinical presentation of effort thrombosis in a millwright and reviews the literature for occupational reports of this condition.

While there is a paucity of literature reporting an occupational association, work related physical demands on the upper extremity appears to increase the risk of axillosubclavian impingement and thrombosis in certain patients.

Effort thrombosis is a rare vascular condition of the upper extremity that may be seen in workers with repetitive, forceful, or overhead arm activities.