What is Thoracic outlet syndrome?
Ans: compression of the:
subclavian artery
subclavian vein
OR
brachial plexus at the superior outlet of the thorax
Quiz What are the causes of TOS
Ans: 1. congenital anomalies like abnl 1st rib, abnl anterior scalene
2. trauma:
fracture of clavicle, 1st rib
dislocation of humeral head
crush injuries
3. repetitive motor injuries, like in baseball players
Quiz sx of TOS
Ans: compression of the:
subclavian artery
subclavian vein
OR
brachial plexus at the superior outlet of the thorax
Quiz What are the causes of TOS
Ans: 1. congenital anomalies like abnl 1st rib, abnl anterior scalene
2. trauma:
fracture of clavicle, 1st rib
dislocation of humeral head
crush injuries
3. repetitive motor injuries, like in baseball players
Quiz sx of TOS