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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) is the constellation of symptoms caused by compression of neurovascular structures at the superior aperture of the thorax, properly the thoracic inlet! The diagnosis and treatment is contentious and some even question its existence. Symptoms are often confused with distal compression neuropathies or cervical radiculopathies.
Although generally low, the risk of damage to nerves in the operative field during shoulder surgery still exists. These complications usually occur following surgery for anterior shoulder instability or joint replacement. The risk can be minimized by careful patient positioning, applying a detailed knowledge of shoulder anatomy to the approach and awareness of ‘safe-zones’. Certain manoeuvres should...
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