An unusual case of leg pain in a competitive cyclist: a case report and review of the literature
Authors
Lindner D, Agar G, Domb BG, Beer Y, Shub I, Mann G
DOI: 10.1177/1941738114524160
Purpose
To describe a case of external iliac artery endofibrosis causing leg pain in a competitive cyclist and review related literature.
Methods
Case report of a 39-year-old cyclist with 5 years of exercise-induced thigh pain; diagnosis confirmed via vascular studies; treated surgically after failed conservative therapy.
Key Findings
Surgical correction of the artery abnormality led to complete symptom resolution and return to competitive cycling within 1 year.
Conclusion
External iliac artery endofibrosis, though rare, should be considered in cyclists with persistent exercise-induced leg pain, and surgery can provide excellent outcomes.
What This Means for Patients
Cyclists experiencing chronic leg pain during exercise should be evaluated for vascular causes like external iliac artery endofibrosis, which can be effectively treated surgically.