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    Area of Science:

    • Sports Medicine
    • Vascular Medicine
    • Diagnostic Imaging

    Background:

    • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition typically affecting less active individuals.
    • Athletes, despite their high physical conditioning, are not immune to thromboembolic events.
    • Misdiagnosis of DVT in athletes can delay critical treatment and pose significant health risks.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report two cases of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in highly trained runners.
    • To emphasize the importance of considering DVT in the differential diagnosis of leg pain and swelling in athletes.
    • To highlight the potential for athletes to respond positively to anticoagulant therapy.

    Main Methods:

    • Case report analysis of two highly trained runners presenting with leg pain and swelling.
    • Review of initial misdiagnoses, including intramuscular hematoma and Baker's cyst.
    • Evaluation of treatment response to anticoagulant therapy and return to athletic training.

    Main Results:

    • Both athletes were initially misdiagnosed with conditions other than DVT.
    • Both patients responded favorably to anticoagulant therapy.
    • Both athletes successfully resumed their training programs post-treatment.

    Conclusions:

    • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) should be considered in the differential diagnosis of athletes presenting with leg pain or swelling, even if they are otherwise healthy.
    • Early diagnosis and appropriate anticoagulant treatment can lead to successful outcomes and return to sport for affected athletes.
    • Failure to consider DVT in athletes increases the risk of potentially life-threatening complications such as pulmonary embolism.