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Why is getting surgery a last resort for thoracic outlet syndrome?
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Big Operation: Surgical treatment of thoracic outlet syndrome is a major operation that involves resecting the first rib and potentially major vascular repair. Results are usually good if there is vascular compromise and variable if impairment is neurologic. If the condition can be controlled with non-surgical measures, avoiding surgery is preferable. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!
Answered 2/4/2015
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