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What test will for sure prove that i have thoratic outlet syndrome?
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TOS: For vascular thoracic outlet syndrome a dynamic vascular ultrasound may show compression.
Answered 9/14/2013
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No single one: History, full physical, and vascular exam can lead to the correct diagnosis. Many confusing elements in the thoracic outlet area of the body.
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