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Does a first rib resection get rid of thoracic outlet syndrome (neurogenic)?
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Thoracic Outlet: Yes resection of the rib is the treatment for this disease. After resection and PT afterwards it should be cured provided there was not too much damage done before surgery.
Answered 10/1/2014
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Tos: yes the rib is causing compression of the nerve not allowing to function normally
Answered 3/8/2017
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