Trans-Cervical Approach To The Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.

Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg

Department of Head and Neck Oncology, Apollo Cancer Center, Room no 1A, Film Nagar Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, 500096 India.

Published: August 2024

AI Article Synopsis

  • Thoracic outlet syndrome results from compression of nerves and blood vessels in the thoracic outlet, causing symptoms in the shoulder and upper limb.
  • Proper diagnosis requires identifying the underlying cause through thorough clinical examinations and specific tests.
  • The manuscript will cover thoracic outlet syndrome, particularly focusing on cervical ribs as a cause, including its incidence, symptoms, diagnosis, and surgical management, especially through a transcervical approach.

Article Abstract

Thoracic outlet syndrome is caused by compression of the neurovascular structures within the thoracic outlet leading to a collection of symptoms in the upper limb and shoulder. Identification of the causative factor is essential and thorough clinical examination using specific manoeuvres can aid in the diagnosis of this syndrome. Cervical rib is one of the causes for thoracic outlet syndrome and this manuscript will discuss the thoracic outlet syndrome, cervical rib, incidence, clinical presentation, diagnosis and management including surgical approaches with a focus on transcervical approach.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11306488PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12070-024-04597-9DOI Listing

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