Publisher： Cambridge University Press
E-ISSN： 1481-8035|13|2|122-126
ISSN： 1481-8035
Source： Canadian Journal of Emergency Medicine, Vol.13, Iss.2, 2011-03, pp. : 122-126
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Abstract
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) with subsequent pulmonary embolus (PE) is frequently fatal if untreated. Athletes may be susceptible to DVT following minor blunt trauma to the popliteal fossa. We report an adult male hockey player with no “classic” risk factors for DVT who presented with a DVT and bilateral PE following minor popliteal blunt trauma. This case report illustrates the utility of likelihood ratios when interpreting the results of diagnostic tests such as Doppler ultrasonography.
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