Impact of deep vein thrombosis on adolescent athletes: Navigating an invisible disability.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Injury in adolescent athletes that threatens their sport participation can result in a sense of identity loss during critical years for identity development, creating the potential for significant mental health challenges. The specific effect of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in this vulnerable population has not been characterized.

Purpose

To describe the impact of DVT diagnosis, treatment, and long-term complications on the mental well-being of athletes who sustained a DVT during adolescence and to identify strategies to improve the quality of care for these patients.

Methods

Using a qualitative study design, athletes with a history of DVT during adolescence and their parents were recruited to participate in semistructured interviews. Interviews were transcri

SUBMITTER: Bastas D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9336208 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature