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A member asked:
With thoracic outlet syndrome what is the chance of vein artery compression if arms are same color temp and not swollen?how large is risk of clots?
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Neuro vs vascular: There are two types of thoracic outlet syndrome: neurological and vascular. When nerves are compressed symptoms are: numbness, pain and weakness. Vascular thoracic outlet: color change, pain swelling. Good news are tos is treatable and complications can be eliminated by nonsurgical or surgical modality.
Answered 12/23/2013
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Depends: Thoracic outlet syndrome is compression of the nerve, artery, and vein at the thoracic outlet at the base of the neck. This can occur because of an extra rib, thickened muscles, or a previous collar bone fracture. The classic symptoms are neurologic, with the classic finding a decrease in arterial pressure with arm elevation. If there is no swelling or discoloration, venous obstruction is unlikely.
Answered 12/28/2013
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