Imaging evaluation of flow limitations in the iliac arteries in endurance athletes: diagnosis and treatment follow-up

AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2011 Nov;197(5):W948-55. doi: 10.2214/AJR.11.6547.

Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this article is to review the role of imaging in the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of patients with sport-related flow limitations in the iliac arteries.

Conclusion: Endurance athletes can develop flow restriction during exercise because of endofibrosis or kinking of the iliac arteries. Knowledge of this entity and the use of appropriate imaging techniques are crucial for diagnosis. Imaging plays an important role in the assessment of the underlying lesion and its location as well as in posttreatment follow-up.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Arterial Occlusive Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Arterial Occlusive Diseases / physiopathology*
  • Athletes*
  • Diagnostic Imaging*
  • Humans
  • Iliac Artery / physiopathology*
  • Leg / blood supply
  • Peripheral Vascular Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Peripheral Vascular Diseases / physiopathology*
  • Physical Endurance*
  • Risk Factors