Trauma-related thoracic outlet syndrome.
181 patients treated for thoracic outlet syndrome by first rib resection were reviewed. 88 (49%) indicated a single traumatic event which precipitated the thoracic outlet syndrome. 79% of patients with a history of a single traumatic episode had good to excellent results after first rib resection. A separate group of 18 patients developed work-related thoracic outlet syndrome due to repetitive activities. Ratings of good to excellent results were lower (66%) among workmen's compensation cases.
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, California.
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D000328:Adult; D012090:Cumulative Trauma Disorders / Q000150:complications; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000150:complications; D011379:Prognosis; D011446:Prospective Studies; D012272:Ribs / Q000601:surgery; D013901:Thoracic Outlet Syndrome / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000150:complications*