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Bach K, Miller MA, Allgier A, Al Muhtaseb T, Little KJ, Schwentker AR. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome in the Pediatric and Young Adult Population. J Hand Surg Am 2024; 49:337-345. [PMID: 38310509 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2023.12.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2023] [Revised: 12/13/2023] [Accepted: 12/20/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2024]
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PURPOSE This study aimed to assess both nonsurgical and operative treatment outcomes of pediatric and young adult patients with thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) at a tertiary care pediatric hospital. METHODS A retrospective chart review of patients diagnosed with TOS, who were seen between January 2010 and August 2022 at a tertiary care pediatric hospital, was conducted. Collected pre- and postoperative data included symptoms, provocative testing (ie, Roo's, Wright's, and Adson's tests), participation in sports or upper-extremity activities, additional operations, and surgical complications. Assessment of operative treatment efficacy was based on pre- and post-provocative testing, pain, venogram results, alleviation of symptoms, and return to previous activity level 6 months after surgery. RESULTS Ninety-six patients, (70 females and 26 males) with an average age at onset of 15 ± 4 (4-25) years, met the inclusion criteria for TOS. Among them, 27 had neurogenic TOS, 29 had neurogenic and vasculogenic TOS, 20 had vasculogenic TOS, 19 had Paget-Schroetter Syndrome, and one was asymptomatic. Twenty-six patients were excluded because of less than 6 months of follow-up. Of the remaining 70, 6 (8.6%) patients (4 bilateral and 2 unilateral) underwent nonoperative management with activity modification and physical therapy only, and one was fully discharged because of complete relief of symptoms. Sixty-four (90.1%) patients (45 bilateral and 19 unilateral) underwent surgery. A total of 102 operations were performed. Substantial improvements were observed in provocative maneuvers after surgery. Before surgery, 79.7% were involved in sports or playing musical instruments with repetitive overhead activity, and after surgery, 86.2% of these patients returned to their previous activity level. CONCLUSIONS Few patients were successfully managed with nonoperative activity modification and physical therapy. In those requiring surgical intervention, first or cervical rib resection with scalenectomy using a supraclavicular approach provided resolution of symptoms with 86.2% of patients being able to return to presymptom sport or activity level. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic IV.
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- Karen Bach
- University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, Toledo, OH
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH
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- Department of Occupational and Physical Therapy, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH
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Potluri VK, Li RD, Crisostomo P, Bechara CF. A review of arterial thoracic outlet syndrome. Semin Vasc Surg 2024; 37:12-19. [PMID: 38704178 DOI: 10.1053/j.semvascsurg.2024.02.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2023] [Revised: 02/05/2024] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 05/06/2024]
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Arterial thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a condition in which anatomic abnormalities in the thoracic outlet cause compression of the subclavian or, less commonly, axillary artery. Patients are usually younger and typically have an anatomic abnormality causing the compression. The condition usually goes undiagnosed until patients present with signs of acute or chronic hand or arm ischemia. Workup of this condition includes a thorough history and physical examination; chest x-ray to identify potential anatomic abnormalities; and arterial imaging, such as computed tomographic angiography or duplex to identify arterial abnormalities. Patients will usually require operative intervention, given their symptomatic presentation. Intervention should always include decompression of the thoracic outlet with at least a first-rib resection and any other structures causing external compression. If the artery is identified to have intimal damage, mural thrombus, or is aneurysmal, then arterial reconstruction is warranted. Stenting should be avoided due to external compression. In patients with symptoms of embolization, a combination of embolectomy, lytic catheter placement, and/or therapeutic anticoagulation should be done. Typically, patients have excellent outcomes, with resolution of symptoms and high patency of the bypass graft, although patients with distal embolization may require finger amputation.
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- Vamsi K Potluri
- Loyola University Medical Center, 2160 S 1st Avenue, Maywood, IL, 60153
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- Loyola University Medical Center, 2160 S 1st Avenue, Maywood, IL, 60153
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- Loyola University Medical Center, 2160 S 1st Avenue, Maywood, IL, 60153
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- Loyola University Medical Center, 2160 S 1st Avenue, Maywood, IL, 60153.
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Pfnür A, Antoniadis G, Wirtz CR, Pedro MT. [Long-Term Outcomes after Surgery of the Neurogenic Thoracic-Outlet Syndrome in Adolescents]. HANDCHIR MIKROCHIR P 2024; 56:32-39. [PMID: 38316411 DOI: 10.1055/a-2234-5066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (nTOS) describes a complex of symptoms caused by the compression of neural structures at the upper thoracic outlet. Typical symptoms include pain, numbness and motor weakness of the affected extremity. The incidence of nTOS is 2-3 per 100,000 and is highest between the ages of 25 and 40. There are only a few studies evaluating the surgical outcomes of nTOS in adolescent patients. In particular, there is a lack of long-term data. MATERIALS AND METHODS In a retrospective study of nTOS cases receiving surgical treatment in our clinic between 2002 and 2021, eight patients between 15 and 18 years of age were included. Demographic data, risk factors, clinical symptoms, clinical functional tests, neurophysiological, radiological and intraoperative findings were evaluated. Postoperative data were recorded using a standardised questionnaire. Decompression of the inferior truncus and the C8 and Th1 nerve roots was performed via a supraclavicular approach. RESULTS The average duration of symptoms before surgery was two years. Of the eight patients who underwent surgery, six answered the written questionnaire and could be analysed for the study. The average follow-up was nine years (1-18 years). After surgery, all patients experienced pain reduction; three were pain-free in the long run and five no longer required pain medication. Strength improved in all patients, but two patients still had mild motor deficits. Sensory disturbances were reduced in all patients, but residual hypoesthesia persisted in five. With regard to overhead work, half of the patients had no impairment after surgery. All patients were able to work at the time of the survey. Half of the patients pursued their sports activities without impairment, while mild impairment was reported by the other half. CONCLUSION nTOS in adolescents is a rare compression syndrome. Decompression of the lower parts of the brachial plexus using a supraclavicular approach without resection of the first rib is an adequate treatment. This retrospective study showed that a reduction in pain was achieved in all patients. In some patients, slight sensory and motor disturbances as well as a certain restriction in overhead work persisted. Patients were able to return to sports.
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- Andreas Pfnür
- Neurochirurgie, Bezirkskrankenhaus Günzburg, Günzburg, Germany
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Guerero D, Vayalapra S, Garnham AW, Hobbs SD, Shalan A, Wall ML. A Literature Review of Methods of Perioperative Pain Management in Thoracic Outlet Decompression. Ann Vasc Surg 2023; 99:S0890-5096(23)00725-2. [PMID: 39492505 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2023.09.068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2023] [Revised: 08/29/2023] [Accepted: 09/02/2023] [Indexed: 11/05/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Post-operative pain control in thoracic outlet decompression (TOD) is difficult due to the complex innervation of the anatomical region. Poor post-operative pain control has been associated with worse patient experiences and prolonged inpatient stays. This study aims to identify evidence-based peri-operative analgesic strategies for thoracic outlet decompression. METHODS MEDLINE and Embase searches were performed to identify literature assessing peri-operative pain control methods in patients undergoing TOD. Studies were limited to the English language and within 10 years of publication. Abstracts were screened for relevance by two reviewers and identified review articles on thoracic outlet decompression were also included for critical appraisal. RESULTS The primary literature search yielded 124 studies whose abstracts were screened resulting in a total of 16 studies being included for full review and critical appraisal. This included 1 randomised control trial, 7 retrospective cohort studies, 1 case series study, 2 case report study and 5 review articles. Studies utilised a baseline of multimodal oral analgesics with their main investigative focus centred on the use of different methods of peripheral nerve blockade. CONCLUSION There is only 1 published randomised controlled trial study investigating postoperative analgesic modalities in thoracic outlet decompression. This deficit of evidence was reflected in the high variation of pain management strategies employed in the published literature. Evidence should be sought to assess the relative efficacy of the various pain management strategies.
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- D Guerero
- The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust; Vascular Research and Innovation Consortium.
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- The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
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- The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
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- The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust; University of Birmingham; Vascular Research and Innovation Consortium
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Maślanka K, Zielinska N, Karauda P, Balcerzak A, Georgiev G, Borowski A, Drobniewski M, Olewnik Ł. Congenital, Acquired, and Trauma-Related Risk Factors for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome-Review of the Literature. J Clin Med 2023; 12:6811. [PMID: 37959276 PMCID: PMC10648912 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12216811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Revised: 10/17/2023] [Accepted: 10/19/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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Thoracic outlet syndrome is a group of disorders that affect the upper extremity and neck, resulting in compression of the neurovascular bundle that exits the thoracic outlet. Depending on the type of compressed structure, the arterial, venous, and neurogenic forms of TOS are distinguished. In some populations, e.g., in certain groups of athletes, some sources report incidence rates as high as about 80 cases per 1000 people, while in the general population, it is equal to 2-4 per 1000. Although the pathogenesis of this condition appears relatively simple, there are a very large number of overlapping risk factors that drive such a high incidence in certain risk groups. Undoubtedly, a thorough knowledge of them and their etiology is essential to estimate the risk of TOS or make a quick and accurate diagnosis.
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- Krystian Maślanka
- Department of Anatomical Dissection and Donation, Medical University of Lodz, 90-419 Lodz, Poland; (K.M.); (N.Z.); (P.K.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Anatomical Dissection and Donation, Medical University of Lodz, 90-419 Lodz, Poland; (K.M.); (N.Z.); (P.K.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Anatomical Dissection and Donation, Medical University of Lodz, 90-419 Lodz, Poland; (K.M.); (N.Z.); (P.K.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Anatomical Dissection and Donation, Medical University of Lodz, 90-419 Lodz, Poland; (K.M.); (N.Z.); (P.K.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Hospital Queen Giovanna—ISUL, Medical University of Sofia, 1527 Sofia, Bulgaria;
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- Orthopaedics and Paediatric Orthopaedics Department, Medical University of Lodz, 90-419 Lodz, Poland; (A.B.); (M.D.)
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- Orthopaedics and Paediatric Orthopaedics Department, Medical University of Lodz, 90-419 Lodz, Poland; (A.B.); (M.D.)
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- Department of Anatomical Dissection and Donation, Medical University of Lodz, 90-419 Lodz, Poland; (K.M.); (N.Z.); (P.K.); (A.B.)
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Szaro P, Suresh R, Molokwu B, Sibala DR, Mendiratta D, Chu A, McGrath A. Magnetic resonance imaging for diagnosis of suspected neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome-a systematic scoping review. Front Physiol 2023; 14:1198165. [PMID: 37920804 PMCID: PMC10619157 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2023.1198165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2023] [Accepted: 10/06/2023] [Indexed: 11/04/2023] Open
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Background: Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (nTOS) is a rare pathology caused by dynamic conditions or compression of neurovascular structures in the thoracic outlet region. nTOS can be difficult to diagnose due to nonspecific symptoms and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques are increasingly used to aid the diagnosis and surgical planning. This scoping systematic review explores how MRI is used for diagnosing nTOS and summarizes details of published MRI protocols. Methods: A systematic screening of PubMed, Cochrane, Web of Science, and CINAHL databases using PRISMA-IPD guidelines was conducted in September 2022 to include full-text English papers on MRI and nTOS. Inclusion criteria involved studies describing MRI protocols for the diagnosis of TOS, with a focus on the imaging sequences and protocols. Results: 6289 papers were screened to include 28 papers containing details of MRI protocols. The details of MRI protocols in the analyzed articles were incomplete in all studies. Most authors used 1.5T systems and included T1 and T2-weighted sequences. Most studies applied fat suppression, mainly with STIR. Positioning of the arm differed between studies, including neutral, hyperabducted and abducted and externally rotated positions. Conclusion: Our review highlights a prevalent lack of detailed MRI protocol documentation for brachial plexus. Authors primarily rely on conventional 1.5T systems, employing standard T1 and T2-weighted sequences. The adoption of novel MRI sequences is notably lacking, and fat suppression techniques predominantly adhere to older methods as STIR. There is a clear imperative for authors to provide more comprehensive reporting of the MRI protocols utilized in their studies, ultimately enhancing comparability and clinical applicability. Establishing clear protocol reporting guidelines is crucial to allow for comparison between studies.
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- Pawel Szaro
- Department of Radiology, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Department of Musculoskeletal Radiology, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ, United States
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden
- Department of Surgical and Perioperative Sciences, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden
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Talutis SD, Ulloa JG, Gelabert HA. Adolescent athletes can get back in the game after surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome. J Vasc Surg 2023; 77:599-605. [PMID: 36243264 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2022.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2022] [Revised: 10/01/2022] [Accepted: 10/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We compared the functional outcomes among adolescent athletes with venous thoracic outlet syndrome (VTOS) and neurogenic TOS (NTOS) after thoracic outlet decompression. METHODS We performed a single-institution retrospective review of a prospective database of adolescent athletes (aged 13-19 years) from June 1, 1996 to December 31, 2021 who had undergone operative decompression for TOS. The demographic data, preoperative symptoms, operative details, and postoperative outcomes were compared. The primary outcome was the postoperative return to sport. The secondary outcomes included symptom resolution and assessment of the somatic pain scale, QuickDASH, and Derkash scores. The Fisher exact test and t test were used to evaluate the categorical and continuous variables, respectively. A logistic regression model was constructed to adjust for the influence of preoperative factors and return to sport. RESULTS A total of 60 patients (40.0% with VTOS and 60.0% with NTOS) were included. The average age of the VTOS patients was 17.2 years vs 16.6 years for the NTOS patients (P = .265). The NTOS patients were more likely to be female (88.9% vs 62.5%; P = .024). The NTOS patients had more frequently presented with pain (97.2% vs 70.8%; P = .005), paresthesia (94.4% vs 29.1%; P = .021), and weakness (67.7% vs 12.5%; P = .004) but had less often reported swelling (25.0% vs 95.8%; P < .001). At presentation, the NTOS patients had also reported a longer symptom duration (17.7 months vs 3.1 months; P < .001). Transaxillary first rib resection with subtotal scalenectomy was performed for 100% of the VTOS patients and 94.4% of the NTOS patients undergoing cervical rib resection (2.8%) or scalenectomy alone (2.8%). Additionally, 11.1% of the NTOS patients had undergone combined first rib resection and cervical rib resection. For the VTOS patients, postoperative venography showed patent subclavian veins in 27.8%. In addition, 44.4% had required venoplasty, 16.8% had required thrombolysis, and 11% were chronically occluded. No significant differences were found in blood loss, operative time, or length of stay between the groups. No surgical complications occurred. The average follow-up was 6.3 months. Significant differences were found between the VTOS and NTOS groups for the pre- and postoperative somatic pain scale, QuickDASH, and Derkash scores. Complete symptom resolution had occurred in 83.3% of the VTOS and 75% of the NTOS patients (P = .074). No statistically significant difference in the return to sport was observed between the two groups (VTOS, 94.4%; vs NTOS, 73.9%; P = .123). Of the NTOS patients, 10.0% had had other concomitant injuries and 5.0% had had medical conditions that had precluded their return to sport. Logistic regression found no significant relationship between the preoperative somatic pain scale score, QuickDASH score, or duration of symptoms and the return to sport. CONCLUSIONS Adolescent athletes with VTOS and NTOS can have good functional outcomes, and most will be able to return to sport after surgery. Greater initial symptom severity and concomitant injuries were observed in adolescents with NTOS. Of those who had not returned to sport postoperatively, three of seven had had unrelated health issues that had prevented their return to sport.
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- Stephanie D Talutis
- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Ronald Reagan Medical Center, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA.
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Ronald Reagan Medical Center, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Ronald Reagan Medical Center, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
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Altuwaijri TA. Comparison of duplex ultrasound and hemodynamic assessment with computed tomography angiography in patients with arterial thoracic outlet syndrome. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e30360. [PMID: 36086770 PMCID: PMC10980469 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000030360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2021] [Accepted: 07/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) presents with a variety of neurovascular symptoms, and its diagnosis cannot be established purely on the basis of clinical assessments. Computed tomography angiography (CTA) is currently the most useful investigative modality for patients with suspected vascular TOS. However, CTA facilities are limited, and CTA itself is an expensive and a resource-intensive technique associated with risks such as radiation exposure and contrast toxicity. Therefore, a screening test to identify the need for CTA may facilitate clinical management of patients with suspected TOS. Data for patients with suspected arterial TOS who underwent duplex ultrasound with arterial hemodynamic assessment (HDA) (pulse-volume recording and Doppler arterial pressure measurement) at King Saud University Medical City Vascular Lab between 2009 and 2018 were collected. The sensitivity, specificity, positive and negative predictive values (NPV), and area under the curve for duplex ultrasound and arm arterial HDA with CTA were reviewed. The data for 49 patients (mean age, 31 ± 14 years) were reviewed, of which 71% were female. The sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, and NPV of duplex ultrasound were 86.7%, 49.3%, 26.5%, and 94.6%, respectively. For arm arterial HDA, these values were 73.3%, 78.9%, 42.3%, and 93.3%, respectively. The combination of arm arterial HDA with duplex ultrasound scores yielded sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, and NPV of 93.3%, 42.3%, 25.5%, and 96.8%, respectively. The combination of duplex ultrasound with arm arterial HDA showed higher sensitivity and NPV than either test alone. The specificity of arm arterial HDA was significantly higher than that of the other measurements. When suspected, arterial TOS could be ruled out using duplex ultrasound and arm arterial HDA. These 2 investigations may help determine the need for CTA.
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- Talal A. Altuwaijri
- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Venous thoracic outlet syndrome represents a relatively rare but important diagnosis in the adolescent population with increasing recognition. Compression of the subclavian vein within the costoclavicular space can lead to episodic venous outlet obstruction in the upper extremity, with edema, rubor and functional symptoms. Over time, cumulative injury and compression can lead to thrombosis of the vein, referred to as "effort thrombosis" or the Paget-Schroetter syndrome. This progression can lead to the need for acute management of the venous thromboembolism, requirement for thoracic outlet decompression surgery and the potential for long-term sequelae such as post-thrombotic syndrome. Management is focused on clot minimization, anticoagulation during the period of endothelial injury and inflammation and surgical decompression via first rib resection, anterior scalenectomy and venolysis to remove external compression of the vein. This manuscript reviews the diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of venous thoracic outlet syndrome and Paget-Schroetter syndrome.
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- Biren P Modi
- Department of Surgery, Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, 300 Longwood Avenue, Fegan 3, Boston, MA 02115, USA.
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- Division of Interventional Radiology, Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, 300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, 300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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Chang MC, Kim DH. Essentials of thoracic outlet syndrome: A narrative review. World J Clin Cases 2021; 9:5804-5811. [PMID: 34368299 PMCID: PMC8316950 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i21.5804] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2021] [Revised: 05/06/2021] [Accepted: 05/24/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a group of diverse disorders involving compression of the nerves and/or blood vessels in the thoracic outlet region. TOS results in pain, numbness, paresthesia, and motor weakness in the affected upper limb. We reviewed the pathophysiology, clinical evaluation, differential diagnoses, and treatment of TOS. TOS is usually classified into three types, neurogenic, venous, and arterial, according to the primarily affected structure. Both true neurogenic and disputed TOS are considered neurogenic TOS. Since identifying the causative lesions is complex, detailed history taking and thorough clinical investigation are needed. Electrodiagnostic and imaging studies are helpful for excluding other possible disorders and confirming the diagnosis of true neurogenic TOS. The existence of a disputed TOS remains controversial. Neuromuscular physicians tend to be skeptical about the existence of disputed TOS, but thoracic surgeons argue that disputed TOS is under-diagnosed. Clinicians who encounter patients with TOS need to understand its key features to avoid misdiagnosis and provide appropriate treatment.
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- Min Cheol Chang
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, College of Medicine, Yeungnam University, Daegu 42415, South Korea
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University, Seoul 06973, South Korea
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Arterial thoracic outlet syndrome is rare and may be associated with a bony anomaly. Patient presentation can range from mild arm discoloration and claudication to severe limb-threatening ischemia. For patients with subclavian artery dilation without secondary complications, thoracic outlet decompression and arterial surveillance is sufficient. Patients with subclavian artery aneurysms or distal embolization require decompression with reconstruction or thromboembolectomy and distal bypass respectively.
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- Louis L Nguyen
- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Brigham and Women's Hospital, 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA 02115, USA.
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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Hu J, Biederman R, Kashyap K, Wilson JT, Farah V, Franco T, Nguyen V. Duplex ultrasound in the evaluation of venous and arterial thoracic outlet syndrome. JRSM Open 2021; 12:2054270420983101. [PMID: 33815811 PMCID: PMC7989123 DOI: 10.1177/2054270420983101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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We are reporting a case of thoracic outlet syndrome and the value of duplex in the diagnosis of this syndrome.
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- Jian Hu
- Department of Medicine, Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5862, USA United States
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- Department of Cardiovascular Disease, Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5862, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular Disease, Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5862, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular Disease, Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5862, USA
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular Disease, Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5862, USA
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Hwang JH, Ku S, Jeong JH. Traditional medicine treatment for thoracic outlet syndrome: A protocol for systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Medicine (Baltimore) 2020; 99:e21074. [PMID: 32629739 PMCID: PMC7337591 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000021074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2020] [Accepted: 06/03/2020] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Diagnosis of thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is challenging; however, proper evaluation and treatment ensure relief from symptoms in most patients. A comprehensive approach to treatment is important, considering the multifactorial etiology of TOS. The objective of this systematic review is to describe the methods for evaluating the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture-based traditional medicine treatments for TOS. METHODS A total of 13 databases will be searched, from their inception to the present date, for studies that have investigated the treatment of TOS. Databases that will be included are MEDLINE, Embase, AMED, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, and 4 Korean, 2 Chinese, and 2 Japanese databases.We will include randomized controlled trials (RCTs) assessing acupuncture-based traditional medicine for the treatment of any type of TOS. All RCTs on traditional medicine with any form of acupuncture will be eligible for inclusion. The methodologic quality of the RCTs will be analyzed using the Cochrane Collaboration tool to assess the risk of bias, and the confidence in the cumulative evidence will be assessed using the grading of recommendations assessment, development, and evaluation instrument. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION The results of this systematic review will be published in a peer-reviewed journal and disseminated both electronically and in print. The review will be updated to inform and guide health care practices. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER PROSPERO 2020 CRD42020164869.
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- Ji Hye Hwang
- Department of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Medicine, College of Korean Medicine, Gachon University, Seongnam
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- Department of Clinical Korean Medicine, Graduate School, Kyung Hee University
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- Jisung-Kyunghee Korean Medicine Clinic, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Natarajan S. Arterial thoracic outlet syndrome – The need for early detection and surgical correction and how to do subclavian artery repair without resection. INDIAN JOURNAL OF VASCULAR AND ENDOVASCULAR SURGERY 2020. [DOI: 10.4103/ijves.ijves_99_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Al Shakarchi J, Jaipersad A, Morgan R, Pherwani A. Early and Late Outcomes of Surgery for Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome in Adolescents. Ann Vasc Surg 2019; 63:332-335. [PMID: 31626925 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2019.07.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2019] [Revised: 07/25/2019] [Accepted: 07/25/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome is a condition that is both complex to diagnose and manage successfully. The aim of our study was to present our experience and outcomes of surgical management of thoracic outlet syndrome in adolescents. METHODS We performed a retrospective analysis of a prospectively held database of consecutive adolescents (age 10-19 years) who underwent surgery for neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome between 2005 and 2017 at our university hospital. RESULTS Fourteen patients were identified (19 operations), with a mean age of 16.5 years (SD: 1.9). All patients had symptomatic relief with surgery with low complication rates (1 pneumothorax). Median hospital stay was 2 days (IQR: 1). There were no early recurrences but 5 late ones which occurred 2, 2.5, 3, 4 and 10 years after surgery (20%). None required a second procedure and were managed successfully with physiotherapy. CONCLUSIONS Surgical intervention for thoracic outlet syndrome in the adolescent population results in excellent outcomes in the short term. However, we found that recurrence of symptoms in this population is common and patients need to be counseled clearly about this prior to surgical intervention. However in our experience these do not require further surgery.
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- Julien Al Shakarchi
- Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital of North Midlands, Stoke, UK.
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital of North Midlands, Stoke, UK
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital of North Midlands, Stoke, UK
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital of North Midlands, Stoke, UK
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Intraoperative Blood Pressure Discrepancy Between Arms During Prone Position! J Neurosurg Anesthesiol 2019; 30:80-81. [PMID: 27875483 DOI: 10.1097/ana.0000000000000391] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Jones MR, Prabhakar A, Viswanath O, Urits I, Green JB, Kendrick JB, Brunk AJ, Eng MR, Orhurhu V, Cornett EM, Kaye AD. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review of Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment. Pain Ther 2019; 8:5-18. [PMID: 31037504 PMCID: PMC6514035 DOI: 10.1007/s40122-019-0124-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 139] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2018] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Thoracic outlet syndrome, a group of diverse disorders, is a collection of symptoms in the shoulder and upper extremity area that results in pain, numbness, and tingling. Identification of thoracic outlet syndrome is complex and a thorough clinical examination in addition to appropriate clinical testing can aide in diagnosis. Practitioners must consider the pathology of thoracic outlet syndrome in their differential diagnosis for shoulder and upper extremity pain symptoms so that patients are directed appropriately to timely therapeutic interventions. Patients with a definitive etiology who have failed conservative management are ideal candidates for surgical correction. This manuscript will discuss thoracic outlet syndrome, occurrence, physical presentation, clinical implications, diagnosis, and management.
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- Mark R Jones
- Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, USA.
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- Division of Critical Care, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Valley Anesthesiology and Pain Consultants, Phoenix, AZ, USA.,Department of Anesthesiology, Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, NE, USA.,Department of Anesthesiology, University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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- Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, LSU Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, LSU Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, LSU Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, LSU Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, LSU Health Shreveport, Shreveport, LA, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, LSU Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA, USA
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Kumar R, Harsh K, Saini S, O’Brien SH, Stanek J, Warren P, Giver J, Go MR, Kerlin BA. Treatment-Related Outcomes in Paget-Schroetter Syndrome-A Cross-Sectional Investigation. J Pediatr 2019; 207:226-232.e1. [PMID: 30528572 PMCID: PMC6556226 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2018.11.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2018] [Revised: 10/03/2018] [Accepted: 11/06/2018] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate treatment-related outcomes, namely radiological clot resolution, post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS), and health related quality-of-life (HRQoL) scores, in children with Paget-Schroetter syndrome (PSS) undergoing multidisciplinary management, including anticoagulation and decompressive rib-resection surgery, with or without thrombolytic therapy. STUDY DESIGN We identified all patients treated for PSS at our institution between the years 2010 and 2017. Baseline clinical and radiologic data were abstracted from medical records. Two validated survey instruments to quantify PTS and HRQoL were mailed to eligible patients. Standard statistical methods were used to summarize these measures. RESULTS In total, 22 eligible patients were identified; 10 were treated with thrombolysis followed by anticoagulation and rib resection, and 12 were treated with anticoagulation and rib resection alone. Nineteen patients responded to the survey instruments. Median age at deep vein thrombosis diagnosis and survey completion were 16.3 and 20.4 years, respectively. Nineteen of 22 patients had thrombus resolution on radiologic follow-up. Fourteen of 19 survey respondents reported signs/symptoms of PTS of which the majority (12/14) reported mild PTS. Aggregate total, physical, and psychosocial HRQoL scores reported were 90.6, 96.7, and 93.3, respectively. Thrombolytic therapy was not associated with a significant improvement in radiologic, clinical or HRQoL outcomes. CONCLUSIONS Most patients with PSS had complete thrombus resolution on imaging. Only 11% of survey respondents reported moderate PTS. The entire cohort reported excellent HRQoL scores. The role for thrombolytic therapy in the management of childhood PSS remains incompletely elucidated.
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- Riten Kumar
- Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH; Department of Pediatrics, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH.
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- College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
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- Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Hershey Children’s Hospital, Penn State University, Hershey, PA,Department of Pediatrics, Penn State University, Hershey, PA
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- Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH,Department of Pediatrics, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
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- Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
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- Department of Pediatrics, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH,Division of Interventional Radiology, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
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- Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
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- Department of Vascular Diseases and Surgery, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
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- Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH,Department of Pediatrics, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
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Thoracic outlet syndrome can present with a wide variety of upper extremity neurovascular symptoms. Timely clinical recognition is essential for prompt treatment and maximal recovery. This article describes a case of thoracic outlet syndrome in a volleyball player with an underlying hypercoagulable state who presented with a subclavian vein thrombosis.
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Matos JM, Gonzalez L, Kfoury E, Echeverria A, Bechara CF, Lin PH. Outcomes following operative management of thoracic outlet syndrome in the pediatric patients. Vascular 2018; 26:410-417. [DOI: 10.1177/1708538117747628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Objectives Thoracic outlet syndrome, a condition commonly reported in adults, occurs infrequently in the pediatric population. The objective of this study was to assess the outcome of surgical interventions of thoracic outlet syndrome in pediatric patients. Methods Clinical records of all pediatric patients with thoracic outlet syndrome who underwent operative repair from 2002 to 2015 in a tertiary pediatric hospital were reviewed. Pertinent clinical variables and treatment outcomes were analyzed. Results Sixty-eight patients underwent a total of 72 thoracic outlet syndrome operations (mean age 15.7 years). Venous, neurogenic, and arterial thoracic outlet syndromes occurred in 39 (57%), 21 (31%), and 8 (12%) patients, respectively. Common risk factors for children with venous thoracic outlet syndrome included sports-related injuries (40%) and hypercoagulable disorders (33%). Thirty-five patients (90%) with venous thoracic outlet syndrome underwent catheter-based interventions followed by surgical decompression. All patients underwent first rib resection with scalenectomy via either a supraclavicular approach (n = 60, 88%) or combined supraclavicular and infraclavicular incisions (n = 8, 12%). Concomitant temporary arteriovenous fistula creation was performed in 14 patients (36%). Three patients with arterial thoracic outlet syndrome underwent first rib resection with concomitant subclavian artery aneurysm repair. The mean follow-up duration was 38.4 ± 11.6 months. Long-term symptomatic relief was achieved in 94% of patients. Conclusions Venous thoracic outlet syndrome is the most common form of thoracic outlet syndrome in children, followed by neurogenic and arterial thoracic outlet syndromes. Competitive sports-related injuries remain the most common risk factor for venous and neurogenic thoracic outlet syndromes. Temporary arteriovenous fistula creation was useful in venous thoracic outlet syndrome patients in selective children. Surgical decompression provides durable treatment success in children with all subtypes of thoracic outlet syndrome.
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- Jesus M Matos
- Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houstan, TX, USA
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- Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houstan, TX, USA
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- Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houstan, TX, USA
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- Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houstan, TX, USA
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- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houstan, TX, USA
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- Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houstan, TX, USA
- University Vascular Associates, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Hong J, Pisapia JM, Ali ZS, Heuer AJ, Alexander E, Heuer GG, Zager EL. Long-term outcomes after surgical treatment of pediatric neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome. J Neurosurg Pediatr 2018; 21:54-64. [PMID: 29125442 DOI: 10.3171/2017.7.peds17257] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome (nTOS) is an uncommon compression syndrome of the brachial plexus that presents with pain, sensory changes, and motor weakness in the affected limb. The authors reviewed the clinical presentations and outcomes in their series of pediatric patients with surgically treated nTOS over a 6-year period. METHODS Cases of nTOS in patients age 18 years or younger were extracted for analysis from a prospective database of peripheral nerve operations. Baseline patient characteristics, imaging and neurophysiological data, operative findings, and outcomes and complications were assessed. RESULTS Twelve patients with 14 cases of nTOS surgically treated between April 2010 and December 2016 were identified. One-third of the patients were male, and 2 male patients underwent staged, bilateral procedures. Disabling pain (both local and radiating) was the most common presenting symptom (100%), followed by numbness (35.7%), then tingling (28.6%). The mean duration of symptoms prior to surgery was 15.8 ± 6.6 months (mean ± SD). Sports-related onset of symptoms was seen in 78.6% of cases. Imaging revealed cervical ribs in 4 cases, prominent C-7 transverse processes in 4 cases, abnormal first thoracic ribs in 2 cases, and absence of bony anomalies in 4 cases. Neurophysiological testing results were normal in 85.7% of cases. Conservative management failed in all patients, with 5 patients reporting minimal improvement in symptoms with physical therapy. With a mean follow-up after surgery of 22 ± 18.3 months (mean ± SD), pain relief was excellent (> 90%) in 8 cases (57.1%), and good (improved > 50%) in 6 cases (42.9%). On univariate analysis, patients who reported excellent pain resolution following surgery at long-term follow-up were found to be significantly younger, and to have suffered a shorter duration of preoperative symptoms than patients who had worse outcomes. Lack of significant trauma or previous surgery to the affected arm was also associated with excellent outcomes. There were 4 minor complications in 3 patients within 30 days of surgery: 1 patient developed a small pneumothorax that resolved spontaneously; 1 patient suffered a transient increase in pain requiring consultation, followed by hiccups for a period of 3 hours that resolved spontaneously; and 1 patient fell at home, with transient increased pain in the surgically treated extremity. There were no new neurological deficits, wound infections, deep vein thromboses, or readmissions. CONCLUSION Pediatric nTOS commonly presents with disabling pain and is more frequently associated with bony anomalies compared with adult nTOS. In carefully selected patients, surgical decompression of the brachial plexus results in excellent pain relief, which is more likely to be seen in younger patients who present for early surgical evaluation.
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- Jennifer Hong
- 1Divison of Neurosurgery, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire
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- 2Department of Neurosurgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia; and
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- 2Department of Neurosurgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia; and
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- 3Division of Neurosurgery, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- 3Division of Neurosurgery, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- 2Department of Neurosurgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia; and.,3Division of Neurosurgery, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- 2Department of Neurosurgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia; and
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Henry BM, Vikse J, Sanna B, Taterra D, Gomulska M, Pękala PA, Tubbs RS, Tomaszewski KA. Cervical Rib Prevalence and its Association with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: A Meta-Analysis of 141 Studies with Surgical Considerations. World Neurosurg 2017; 110:e965-e978. [PMID: 29203316 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2017.11.148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2017] [Revised: 11/23/2017] [Accepted: 11/25/2017] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Cervical ribs (CR) are supernumerary ribs that arise from the seventh cervical vertebra. In the presence of CR, the boundaries of the interscalene triangle can be further constricted and result in neurovascular compression and thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS). The aim of our study was to provide a comprehensive evidence-based assessment of CR prevalence and their association with TOS as well as surgical approach to excision of CR and surgical patients' characteristics. METHODS A thorough search of major electronic databases was conducted to identify any relevant studies. Data on the prevalence, laterality, and side of CR were extracted from the eligible studies for both healthy individuals and patients with TOS. Data on the type of TOS and surgical approach to excision of CR were extracted as well. RESULTS A total of 141 studies (n = 77,924 participants) were included into the meta-analysis. CR was significantly more prevalent in patients with TOS than in healthy individuals, with pooled prevalence estimates of 29.5% and 1.1%, respectively. More than half of the patients had unilateral CR in both the healthy and the TOS group. The analysis showed that 51.3% of the symptomatic patients with CR had vascular TOS, and 48.7% had neurogenic TOS. Most CR were surgically excised in women using a supraclavicular approach. CONCLUSIONS CR ribs are frequent findings in patients with TOS. We recommended counseling asymptomatic patients with incidentally discovered CR on the symptoms of TOS, so that if symptoms develop, the patients can undergo prompt and appropriate workup and treatment.
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- Brandon Michael Henry
- Department of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland; International Evidence-Based Anatomy Working Group, Krakow, Poland.
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- International Evidence-Based Anatomy Working Group, Krakow, Poland; Department of Surgery, Stavanger University Hospital, Stavanger, Norway
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- International Evidence-Based Anatomy Working Group, Krakow, Poland; Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Cagliari, Monserrato, Italy
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- Department of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland; International Evidence-Based Anatomy Working Group, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland; International Evidence-Based Anatomy Working Group, Krakow, Poland
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- Seattle Science Foundation, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Department of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland; International Evidence-Based Anatomy Working Group, Krakow, Poland
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MRI of thoracic outlet syndrome in children. Pediatr Radiol 2017; 47:1222-1234. [PMID: 28493011 DOI: 10.1007/s00247-017-3854-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2016] [Revised: 03/04/2017] [Accepted: 03/30/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Thoracic outlet syndrome is caused by compression of the neurovascular bundle as it passes from the upper thorax to the axilla. The neurovascular bundle can be compressed by bony structures such as the first rib, cervical ribs or bone tubercles, or from soft-tissue abnormalities like a fibrous band, muscle hypertrophy or space-occupying lesion. Thoracic outlet syndrome commonly affects young adults but can be seen in the pediatric age group, especially in older children. Diagnosis is based on a holistic approach encompassing clinical features, physical examination findings including those triggered by various maneuvers, electromyography, nerve conduction studies and imaging. Imaging is performed to confirm the diagnosis, exclude mimics and classify thoracic outlet syndrome into neurogenic, arterial, venous or mixed causes. MRI and MR angiography are useful in this process. A complete MRI examination for suspected thoracic outlet syndrome should include the assessment of anatomy and any abnormalities using routine sequences, vessel assessment with the arms in adduction by MR angiography and assessment of dynamic compression of vessels with abduction of the arms. The purpose of this paper is to describe the anatomy of the thoracic outlet, causes of thoracic outlet syndrome, the MR imaging techniques used in its diagnosis and the principles of image interpretation.
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Aneurisma de arteria subclavia post-compresión en síndrome del estrecho torácico por costilla cervical. ANGIOLOGIA 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.angio.2016.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Betensky M, Bittles MA, Colombani P, Goldenberg NA. How We Manage Pediatric Deep Venous Thrombosis. Semin Intervent Radiol 2017; 34:35-49. [PMID: 28265128 PMCID: PMC5334487 DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1597762] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Over the past two decades, the incidence and recognition of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in children has significantly increased, likely as a result of improvements in the medical care of critically ill patients and increased awareness of thrombotic complications among medical providers. Current recommendations for the management of VTE in children are largely based on data from pediatric registries and observational studies, or extrapolated from adult data. The scarcity of high-quality evidence-based recommendations has resulted in marked variations in the management of pediatric VTE among providers. The purpose of this article is to summarize our institutional approach for the management of VTE in children based on available evidence, guidelines, and clinical practice considerations. Therapeutic strategies reviewed in this article include the use of conventional anticoagulants, parenteral targeted anticoagulants, new direct oral anticoagulants, thrombolysis, and mechanical approaches for the management of pediatric VTE.
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- Marisol Betensky
- Pediatric Thrombosis Program, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, St. Petersburg, Florida
- Division of Hematology, Department of Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Radiology, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, St. Petersburg, Florida
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
- Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, St. Petersburg, Florida
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- Pediatric Thrombosis Program, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, St. Petersburg, Florida
- Division of Hematology, Department of Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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Paget-Schroetter syndrome in 21 children: outcomes after multidisciplinary care. J Pediatr 2015; 166:1493-7.e1. [PMID: 25882874 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2015.03.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2014] [Revised: 02/19/2015] [Accepted: 03/11/2015] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To review the presentation, management, and outcomes of Paget-Schroetter syndrome (PSS) in children and propose a multidisciplinary treatment algorithm involving pediatric and vascular surgery, interventional radiology, and hematology. STUDY DESIGN Patients with PSS presenting between 2003 and 2013 were reviewed. Demographics, symptoms, therapies, and functional outcomes were noted. Data from early patients informed the development of a multidisciplinary treatment algorithm applied to later patients. RESULTS Of 21 patients, mean ± SD age was 16 ± 1.6 years and 11 (52%) were male. Of patients with complete presentation data, common symptoms were edema (84%), discoloration (58%), and pain (58%). Thrombophilia workup revealed one heterozygote for factor V Leiden, 2 patients with factor VIII elevation and 1 patient with mildly low antithrombin. The most recent 8 patients were treated according to an algorithm developed by a multidisciplinary working group through experience with the first 13 cases. All patients underwent a venogram, endovascular intervention (including 15 receiving catheter-directed thrombolysis), and operative ipsilateral thoracic outlet decompression (first rib resection, anterior scalenectomy, and venolysis). Postoperative complications included hemothorax (2), pneumothorax (1), and recurrent thrombosis (2). Follow up duration was 12 ± 9.5 months. Symptoms recurred transiently in 1 patient. CONCLUSION Pediatric patients with PSS can be treated successfully using a multidisciplinary treatment algorithm including anticoagulation, catheter-directed thrombolysis, and operative decompression of the thoracic outlet. Early outcomes are promising.
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Rehemutula A, Zhang L, Chen L, Chen D, Gu Y. Managing pediatric thoracic outlet syndrome. Ital J Pediatr 2015; 41:22. [PMID: 25881097 PMCID: PMC4396020 DOI: 10.1186/s13052-015-0128-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2014] [Accepted: 03/11/2015] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is largely overlooked in children and adolescents because the condition is not widely viewed as a pediatric disorder. This study aimed to clarify the causes, best treatment approaches, and prognosis for young patients with TOS. Methods A retrospective study was conducted on 13 patients, from 4 to 13 years of age, with TOS. Ten children underwent surgical treatment, and three were treated conservatively. All patients received local nerve blocks on two occasions and were followed-up for more than 2 years. Results Among the 10 children who underwent surgery, six school-aged children returned to school 10 to 14 days after surgery. Parents of the three children treated conservatively reported that activity within the affected limb and overall muscle strength had increased in their children and none of the three children had complained about discomfort in the affected limb. Conclusion A diagnosis of TOS should be considered when a child or adolescent has neck and shoulder discomfort, hand numbness, and upper limb weakness. As with adults with TOS, detailed physical examination is the key to diagnosing pediatric TOS. Conservative treatment is effective for young TOS patients who have mild changes in the length and thickness of the affected limb and is an option when parents refuse surgical treatment.
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- Aierken Rehemutula
- Department of Hand Surgery, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200040, People's Republic of China. .,Key Laboratory of Hand Reconstruction, Ministry of Health, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China. .,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Peripheral Nerve and Microsurgery, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200040, People's Republic of China. .,Key Laboratory of Hand Reconstruction, Ministry of Health, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China. .,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Peripheral Nerve and Microsurgery, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200040, People's Republic of China. .,Key Laboratory of Hand Reconstruction, Ministry of Health, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China. .,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Peripheral Nerve and Microsurgery, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200040, People's Republic of China. .,Key Laboratory of Hand Reconstruction, Ministry of Health, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China. .,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Peripheral Nerve and Microsurgery, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200040, People's Republic of China. .,Key Laboratory of Hand Reconstruction, Ministry of Health, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China. .,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Peripheral Nerve and Microsurgery, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China.
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Bains RD, Platt J, MacGregor D, Borschel GH. Atypical thoracic outlet syndrome and reverse flow thromboembolism. Pediatr Neurol 2014; 51:453-6. [PMID: 25160554 DOI: 10.1016/j.pediatrneurol.2014.04.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2014] [Revised: 04/17/2014] [Accepted: 04/20/2014] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Thoracic outlet syndrome is rare in children but may have serious consequences. Compression of the neurovascular structures at the thoracic outlet by anomalous soft tissues or cervical ribs may cause neurological deficits in the upper limb and venous or arterial insufficiency. PATIENTS The symptoms and signs of this condition are well documented, but we describe two patients with an atypical presentation. We review similar published cases where delay in diagnosis resulted in cerebrovascular catastrophe. Our patients presented with relatively nonspecific central nervous system symptoms and were found to have thoracic outlet compression. Both were treated by surgical decompression of the thoracic outlet, and the symptoms completely resolved with no long-lasting neurological consequences. CONCLUSIONS We highlight the importance of these rare cases because of the risk of stroke and discuss the theory behind the pathological process.
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- Robert D Bains
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, The Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, The Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Neurology, The Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, The Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Vu AT, Patel PA, Elhadi H, Schwentker AR, Yakuboff KP. Thoracic outlet syndrome in the pediatric population: case series. J Hand Surg Am 2014; 39:484-487.e2. [PMID: 24495625 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2013.11.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2013] [Revised: 11/14/2013] [Accepted: 11/14/2013] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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We present 4 patients, 4 months to 10 years of age, with thoracic outlet syndrome. All were referred to the brachial plexus clinic. Three patients were diagnosed with vascular thoracic outlet syndrome after clinical evaluation and diagnostic imaging. Three had a cervical rib and 1 had an anomalous first rib. All patients were treated surgically through a supraclavicular approach and had resolution of the symptoms. No postoperative complications were noted.
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- Anthony T Vu
- Division of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Hand Surgery, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH; Division of Plastic Surgery, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH; Department of Plastic Surgery, Institute of Reconstructive Surgery, New York University, New York, NY
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- Division of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Hand Surgery, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH; Division of Plastic Surgery, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH; Department of Plastic Surgery, Institute of Reconstructive Surgery, New York University, New York, NY
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- Division of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Hand Surgery, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH; Division of Plastic Surgery, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH; Department of Plastic Surgery, Institute of Reconstructive Surgery, New York University, New York, NY
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- Division of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Hand Surgery, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH; Division of Plastic Surgery, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH; Department of Plastic Surgery, Institute of Reconstructive Surgery, New York University, New York, NY
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- Division of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Hand Surgery, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH; Division of Plastic Surgery, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH; Department of Plastic Surgery, Institute of Reconstructive Surgery, New York University, New York, NY.
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Chan KH, Gitomer SA, Perkins JN, Liang C, Strain JD. Clinical presentation of cervical ribs in the pediatric population. J Pediatr 2013; 162:635-6. [PMID: 23219244 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2012.10.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2012] [Revised: 09/24/2012] [Accepted: 10/23/2012] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Cervical ribs may cause thoracic outlet syndrome in adults, but symptoms are poorly described in children. In our series, 88.8% of the 322 children were asymptomatic. The most common symptoms were neck mass and pain. Useful diagnostic tools were cervical spine and chest radiographs. Differential diagnosis of a supraclavicular mass includes cervical ribs.
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- Kenny H Chan
- Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology, Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO 80045, USA.
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Khan A, Rattihalli RR, Hussain N, Sridhar A. Bilateral thoracic outlet syndrome: An uncommon presentation of a rare condition in children. Ann Indian Acad Neurol 2013; 15:323-5. [PMID: 23349606 PMCID: PMC3548379 DOI: 10.4103/0972-2327.104349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2011] [Revised: 12/26/2011] [Accepted: 02/09/2012] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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We report an adolescent girl who had left-sided neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) due to impingement of the scalenus anterior muscle with bilateral changes on nerve conduction studies and responded well to surgical decompression. A 13-year-old Caucasian girl presented with intermittent pain, swelling, erythema, tingling and numbness of the palmar aspect of her left hand. Nerve conduction studies revealed bilateral ulnar sensory and motor conduction abnormalities, suggesting early compressive neuropathy in the asymptomatic arm as well. She underwent surgical exploration when it was noted that the scalenus anterior itself was impinging on the brachial plexus. She had a good clinical response to scalenectomy. The diagnosis of neurogenic TOS remains difficult as no single test has been accepted as a gold standard. But, once diagnosed using clinical symptoms, nerve conduction studies, electromyography and radiological investigations, it is a treatable condition with good prognosis.
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- Arif Khan
- Department of Pediatric Neurology, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester, UK
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Caputo FJ, Wittenberg AM, Vemuri C, Driskill MR, Earley JA, Rastogi R, Emery VB, Thompson RW. Supraclavicular decompression for neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome in adolescent and adult populations. J Vasc Surg 2012; 57:149-57. [PMID: 23127984 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2012.07.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2012] [Revised: 07/12/2012] [Accepted: 07/16/2012] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study was conducted to better define clinical results and understand factors determining responsiveness to surgical treatment for neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome (NTOS) in adolescent and adult populations. METHODS A retrospective review was conducted for 189 patients with disabling NTOS who underwent primary supraclavicular decompression (scalenectomy, brachial plexus neurolysis and first rib resection, with or without pectoralis minor tenotomy) from April 2008 to December 2010. Clinical characteristics were compared between 35 adolescent patients (aged<21 years) and 154 adults (aged>21 years). Functional outcome measures were assessed before surgery and at 3- and 6-month follow-up using a composite NTOS Index combining the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) survey, the Cervical-Brachial Symptom Questionnaire (CBSQ), and a 10-point visual analog scale (VAS) for pain. RESULTS Adolescent and adult patients were not significantly different with respect to sex (overall 72.5% female), side affected (58.7% right, 60.3% dominant limb), bony anomalies (23.3%), previous injury (55.6%), coexisting pain disorders (11.1%), and positive responses to scalene muscle anesthetic blocks (95.6%). Compared with adults, adolescent patients had a significantly (P<.05) lower incidence of depression (11.4% vs 41.6%), motor vehicle injury (5.7% vs 20.1%), previous operations (11.4% vs 29.9%), preoperative use of opiate medications (17.1% vs 44.8%), and symptom duration>2 years (24.2% vs 50.0%). Mean preoperative NTOS Index (scale 0-100) was significantly lower in adolescent vs adult patients (46.5±3.6 vs 58.5±1.7; P=.009), and hospital length of stay was 4.4±0.2 vs 4.9±0.1 days (P=.03), but the rate of postoperative complications was no different (overall, 4.2%). Although both groups exhibited significant improvement in functional outcome measures at 3 and 6 months, adolescent patients had significantly lower NTOS Index (10.4±3.1 vs 39.3±3.3; P<.001) and use of opiate medications (11.4% vs 47.4%; P<.001) compared with adults. CONCLUSIONS Adolescents undergoing supraclavicular decompression for NTOS had more favorable preoperative characteristics and enhanced 3-month and 6-month functional outcomes than adults. Further study is needed to delineate the age-dependent and independent factors that promote optimal surgical outcomes for NTOS.
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- Francis J Caputo
- Center for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Department of Surgery, Section of Vascular Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA
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Glynn RW, Tawfick W, Elsafty Z, Hynes N, Sultan S. Supraclavicular scalenectomy for thoracic outlet syndrome--functional outcomes assessed using the DASH scoring system. Vasc Endovascular Surg 2012; 46:157-62. [PMID: 22308211 DOI: 10.1177/1538574411434164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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INTRODUCTION To evaluate supraclavicular scalenectomy ± cervical rib excision for thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS), employing Disability of Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) scoring for functional assessment post-decompression. METHODS A QuickDASH score was calculated for each patient using the algorithm: ([sum of responses/n] - 1) × 25, where n = number of completed responses. Nonparametric analysis was employed, with significance defined as P ≤ .05. RESULTS Twenty-one patients were treated for TOS by the same surgeon; with 5 bilateral procedures (total = 26 procedures). Median DASH scores pre- and postoperatively were 68.5 and 36.0, respectively (P = .002). Just one reported worsening of symptoms postoperatively. Antecedent trauma and smoking were inversely associated with DASH score postoperatively (P = .005 and P = .005). Postoperative scores were less for patients with vascular symptoms (P = .011); scores did not change significantly for those with neurologic (P = .066) or mixed symptoms (P = .345). CONCLUSIONS This study reconfirmed the value of supraclavicular approach for TOS, with the vast majority reporting subjective improvement.
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- Ronan W Glynn
- Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Western Vascular Institute, Galway University Hospital, Galway, Ireland
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Teddy P, Johnson R, Cai R, Wallace D. Surgery for paediatric thoracic outlet syndrome. J Clin Neurosci 2012; 19:235-40. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jocn.2011.05.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2011] [Accepted: 05/25/2011] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
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Sabapathy SR, Venkatramani H, Bhardwaj P. Pseudarthrosis of cervical rib: an unusual cause of thoracic outlet syndrome. J Hand Surg Am 2010; 35:2018-21. [PMID: 21074954 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2010.08.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2009] [Revised: 08/11/2010] [Accepted: 08/16/2010] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Thoracic outlet syndrome is uncommon in adolescence. Cervical rib fracture is an extremely rare cause of thoracic outlet syndrome in this age group. We report an unusual case of thoracic outlet syndrome in a 14-year-old girl caused by pseudarthrosis of the cervical rib. A magnetic resonance imaging scan showed significant compression of the brachial plexus by the pseudarthrosis mass. Excision of the cervical rib through a supraclavicular approach gave excellent results in this case.
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- S Raja Sabapathy
- Department of Plastic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Reconstructive Microsurgery and Burns, Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore, India.
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