Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet and Pectoralis Minor Syndromes in Children

In this study, 40 operations, 20 PMT and 20 NTOS procedures, were performed. Success rate for PMT was 85% and for thoracic outlet decompression was 70%. It was concluded that in children, as in adults, BPC is more often due to combined NTOS and NPMS. Surgical PMT should be considered first as the treatment of choice for children with NPMS. Thoracic outlet decompression is available if PMT is unsuccessful.

Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - July 18, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Sanders, R. J., Annest, S. J., Goldson, E. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research