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About how long is the recovery from a first rib resection and scalenectomy for neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome?
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Approach?: In general recovery should be in the range of 2-4 weeks. The operative approach may be responsible for some slight differences but the idea is to o relieve pressure and allow full functional return to the affected arm. Depending on the duration and severity of symptoms physical therapy may aid in recovery
Answered 5/18/2018
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