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UVA Leads in Treating Elite Athlete Artery Condition | Charlottesville News
UVA Health is now the nation’s leader in diagnosing and treating iliac artery endofibrosis — a rare vascular condition that strikes elite athletes, causing leg cramps and burning sensations despite their peak physical health. Often mistaken for muscle or back issues, this disorder involves scar tissue buildup in arteries damaged by repetitive motion like cycling or running. UVA’s team, which has treated over 100 patients, noticed a surprising shift: more female athletes are now presenting, and some arteries have abnormal lengths that kink under stress. Their groundbreaking work, shared with…
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