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Protein-S Deficiency Diagnosed Post-Acl Injury In A Collegiate Track And Field Athlete, Matthew Lewis, Ta Weaver, St King Jan 2018

Protein-S Deficiency Diagnosed Post-Acl Injury In A Collegiate Track And Field Athlete, Matthew Lewis, Ta Weaver, St King

Athletic Training

OBJECTIVES 1.Summarize details of unique case involving undiagnosed clotting disorder in a collegiate athlete. 2.Present overview regarding mechanism and epidemiology of protein S deficiency. 3.Identify the role of the certified athletic trainer in the evaluation and treatment process, and as a patient advocate. 4.Emphasize importance of trust and communication between athlete, certified athletic trainer, and team physician throughout evaluation and treatment.