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What is the definition or description of: thoracic outlet syndrome?

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Dr. Robert Fietsam answered

Specializes in Surgery - Thoracic

Compression: A condition were the first rib or an extra rib causes compression between the clavicle and the rib of any one of the following three subclavian artery, subclavian vein, or brachioplexus

Answered 10/6/2016

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