Supraclavicular total scalenectomy with or without first rib resection: technic and results

Handchir Mikrochir Plast Chir. 2006 Feb;38(1):29-36. doi: 10.1055/s-2006-923851.

Abstract

This describes the clinical picture of neurogenic TOS, supraclavicular surgical technique, and results of surgery as well as surgical complications.

MeSH terms

  • Brachial Plexus / injuries
  • Humans
  • Intraoperative Complications
  • Neck Muscles / surgery*
  • Phrenic Nerve / injuries
  • Ribs / surgery*
  • Thoracic Outlet Syndrome / surgery*
  • Treatment Outcome