Thoracic outlet syndrome is seen most commonly in which age group
Correct Answer: Middle aged women
Description: .THORACIC OUTLET SYNDROME (TOS) It is syndrome complex due to neurovascular bundle compression in the thoracic outlet. Thoracic outlet has got two main spaces: * Scalene triangle is bound by scalenus anterior, scalenus medius and first rib. It contains subclan aery and brachial plexus. * Costoclavicular space is bound by clavicle, first rib, costoclavicular ligament and scalenus medius. It contains subclan aery and vein and brachial plexus. Causes - * Cervical rib. * Long C7 transverse process. * Anomalous inseion of scalene muscles. * Scalene muscle hyperophy. * Scalene minimus. * Abnormal bands and ligaments. * Fracture clavicle or first rib. * Exostosis. * Tumours in the region. * Brachial plexus trauma and diseases. ref:SRB&;s manual of surgery,ed 3,pg no 378
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