Popliteal Artery Entrapment Syndrome: A Rare Cause of Claudication in a Young Athlete
- Author:
Suraya A1
;
Emy SR1
;
Hamzaini AH1
;
Sharifah MIA1
;
Maizatuljamny M2
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- Keywords:
Popliteal, artery, syndrome, treatment, radiology
- From:Journal of Surgical Academia
2011;1(1):68-71
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Popliteal artery entrapment syndrome is an important infrequent cause of serious disability among young adults and athletes. We hereby describe a case of popliteal artery syndrome and its clinical implications. Physicians should be aware of the possibility of popliteal artery entrapment in young patients presenting with progressive arterial insufficiency.
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