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Deep Vein Thrombosis in a Skier's Leg
The Physician and Sportsmedicine
|July 21, 2016
Summary
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurred in a healthy skier's calf after exertion. Prompt treatment with anticoagulation led to full recovery, highlighting potential contributing factors like minor trauma and dehydration.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Medicine
- Sports Medicine
- Hematology
Background:
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition involving blood clots in deep veins.
- Active individuals can still be susceptible to DVT due to various contributing factors.
- Understanding DVT triggers in healthy populations is crucial for prevention and management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a case of DVT in an otherwise healthy, active individual.
- To identify potential risk factors contributing to clot formation in this patient.
- To illustrate the effectiveness of standard DVT treatment protocols.
Main Methods:
- Clinical presentation of calf swelling and tenderness after telemark skiing.
- Diagnostic confirmation using physical examination, ultrasonography, and venography.
- Treatment involved leg elevation, heat, rest, and ambulatory anticoagulation therapy.
Main Results:
- Ultrasonography and venography confirmed deep calf vein thrombosis.
- The patient experienced a full recovery with the implemented treatment plan.
- Potential contributing factors identified include minor trauma, dehydration, and a possible hypercoagulable state.
Conclusions:
- DVT can occur in healthy, active individuals, even after seemingly minor inciting events.
- Prompt diagnosis and standard anticoagulation therapy are effective for DVT management.
- Factors such as exertion, minor trauma, dehydration, and hypercoagulability warrant consideration in active patients presenting with DVT symptoms.
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