The tight pants syndrome--a sporting variant.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Tight neoprene 'warm pants' are increasingly utilised by sportsmen to prevent muscular injury. However, they may impede venous flow from the legs. We describe a case of extensive proximal deep vein thrombosis with subsequent pulmonary embolism in a fit young man with previous hip trauma.
Medical subject headings
- Clothing
- Thrombophlebitis