{"id":988680,"date":"2024-12-02T04:26:29","date_gmt":"2024-12-02T01:26:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/semihhalezeroglu.com.tr\/torasik-outlet-sendromu\/"},"modified":"2024-12-09T12:00:04","modified_gmt":"2024-12-09T09:00:04","slug":"thoracic-outlet-syndrome","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/semihhalezeroglu.com.tr\/en\/thoracic-outlet-syndrome\/","title":{"rendered":"Thoracic Outlet Syndrome"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row pix_particles_check=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]In this article, information is provided about what <strong>Thoracic Outlet Syndrome<\/strong> is, how it occurs, its symptoms, and what international sources recommend. In light of this information, you can find answers to questions such as the diagnosis, treatment, surgical methods, risks, and how many days you need to stay in the hospital after surgery for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.\r\n<h3><strong>What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nThoracic Outlet Syndrome occurs due to the compression of blood vessels and nerve structures in the area called the <strong>Thoracic Outlet<\/strong> at the upper part of the chest, leading to:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Shoulder or arm pain,<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Numbness or discoloration in the hand,<\/li>\r\n \t<li>One hand being colder than the other.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nThis condition is generally caused by a series of events involving the first rib. Congenital band-like structures, an abnormal rib, or trauma in this area can lead to this disease.\r\n<h2>How is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Diagnosed?<\/h2>\r\nIt is diagnosed through physical examination findings, along with imaging techniques such as CT scans, MRIs, and nerve conduction studies such as EMG. Below is a special CT scan image taken of a patient.\r\n\r\n<iframe title=\"Thoracic Outlet Syndrome\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/V8gzznDXkxY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\r\n<h2>What are the Treatment Methods for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?<\/h2>\r\nSome physical therapy exercises and medications that strengthen nerve structures and prevent blood clotting in the vessels are used. If adequate response is not achieved, surgical methods are used.\r\n<h2>Why Do I Need Surgery?<\/h2>\r\nThis surgery is performed to correct pathological conditions in the upper part of the chest, usually involving the first rib. The condition is treated by removing the cervical rib, if present, and the first rib to relieve pressure on the nerves and\/or blood vessels.\r\n<h2>What Do International Sources Recommend?<\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Abe, M., K. Ichinohe, and J. Nishida. \u201cDiagnosis, Treatment, and Complications of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.\u201d Journal of Orthopaedic Science 4 1 (1999): 66-69. National Center for Biotechnology Information. National Library of Medicine. 25 Sep. 2008.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Braddom, Randolph L. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 2nd ed. Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders, 2000.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Chang, A. K., and Stephen J. Bohan. \u201cThoracic Outlet Syndrome.\u201d eMedicine. Eds. Richard S. Krause, et al. 4 Feb. 2008. Medscape. 29 Dec. 2008 <a href=\"https:\/\/emedicine.com\/emerg\/topic578.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/emedicine.com\/emerg\/topic578.htm<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Mackinnon, S. E., and C. B. Novak. \u201cThoracic Outlet Syndrome.\u201d Current Problems in Surgery 39 11 (2002): 1070-1145. National Center for Biotechnology Information. National Library of Medicine. 25 Sep. 2008.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Sucher, B. M. \u201cThoracic Outlet Syndrome.\u201d eMedicine. Eds. Robert E. Windsor, et al. 13 Dec. 2006. Medscape. 29 Dec. 2008 <a href=\"https:\/\/emedicine.com\/pmr\/topic136.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/emedicine.com\/pmr\/topic136.htm<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>What Are the Surgical Methods?<\/h2>\r\nDuring surgery, bands causing compression on nerves and\/or blood vessels in the upper neck region are released, and if a cervical rib is present, along with the first rib, it is removed. This can be performed either through an incision made under the armpit or through an incision made over the clavicle. If there is no cervical rib, only the first rib is removed.\r\n<h2>What Are the Risks of Surgery?<\/h2>\r\nInjuries to blood vessels and nerves may occur. There may also be a recurrence of the disease. Other possible complications include diaphragm elevation, bleeding, and nerve damage. The risk is very low when performed by an experienced surgical team.\r\n<h2>How Many Days Should I Stay in the Hospital After Surgery?<\/h2>\r\nUsually, a 3-day hospital stay is sufficient.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_row pix_particles_check=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]In this article, information is provided about what Thoracic Outlet Syndrome is, how it occurs, its symptoms, and what international sources recommend. 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