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Suzuki T, Kimura H, Matsumura N, Iwamoto T. Endoscopic-assisted Infraclavicular Approach for First-Rib Resection in Neurologic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: A Report of Two Cases. J Hand Surg Asian Pac Vol 2023; 28:287-291. [PMID: 37120303 DOI: 10.1142/s2424835523720086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/01/2023]
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Various reported surgical approaches for the treatment of thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) exist and no firm evidence exists for any approach. A 16-year-old and a 29-year-old male presented with numbness in the upper limb. Neurologic TOS was diagnosed, and surgery was planned for the resection of the first rib and scalene muscles. Through an infraclavicular incision, open resection of the anterior scalene muscle and the anterior aspect of the first rib was performed. With the assistance of endoscopy, the middle scalene muscles and the posterior aspect of the first rib were resected. Preoperative symptoms improved after surgery without any complications. The endoscopic-assisted infraclavicular approach enabled resection of the first rib and scalene muscles, leading to satisfactory outcomes. Level of Evidence: Level V (Therapeutic).
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- Taku Suzuki
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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Panther EJ, Reintgen CD, Cueto RJ, Hao KA, Chim H, King JJ. Thoracic outlet syndrome: a review. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2022; 31:e545-e561. [PMID: 35963513 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2022.06.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2022] [Revised: 06/06/2022] [Accepted: 06/27/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a rare condition (1-3 per 100,000) caused by neurovascular compression at the thoracic outlet and presents with arm pain and swelling, arm fatigue, paresthesias, weakness, and discoloration of the hand. TOS can be classified as neurogenic, arterial, or venous based on the compressed structure(s). Patients develop TOS secondary to congenital abnormalities such as cervical ribs or fibrous bands originating from a cervical rib leading to an objectively verifiable form of TOS. However, the diagnosis of TOS is often made in the presence of symptoms with physical examination findings (disputed TOS). TOS is not a diagnosis of exclusion, and there should be evidence for a physical anomaly that can be corrected. In patients with an identifiable narrowing of the thoracic outlet and/or symptoms with a high probability of thoracic outlet neurovascular compression, diagnosis of TOS can be established through history, a physical examination maneuvers, and imaging. Neck trauma or repeated work stress can cause scalene muscle scaring or dislodging of a congenital cervical rib that can compress the brachial plexus. Nonsurgical treatment includes anti-inflammatory medication, weight loss, physical therapy/strengthening exercises, and botulinum toxin injections. The most common surgical treatments include brachial plexus decompression, neurolysis, and scalenotomy with or without first rib resection. Patients undergoing surgical treatment for TOS should be seen postoperatively to begin passive/assisted mobilization of the shoulder. By 8 weeks postoperatively, patients can begin resistance strength training. Surgical treatment complications include injury to the subclavian vessels potentially leading to exsanguination and death, brachial plexus injury, hemothorax, and pneumothorax. In this review, we outline the diagnostic tests and treatment options for TOS to better guide clinicians in recognizing and treating vascular TOS and objectively verifiable forms of neurogenic TOS.
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- Eric J Panther
- College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.
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Ammi M, Hersant J, Henni S, Daligault M, Papon X, Abraham P, Picquet J. Evaluation Of Quality Of Life After Surgical Treatment Of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Ann Vasc Surg 2022; 85:276-283. [PMID: 35339598 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2022.03.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2021] [Revised: 03/01/2022] [Accepted: 03/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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BACKGROUND To evaluate the quality of life of surgically treated patients for TOS. METHODS A prospective observational study including patients treated surgically for TOS, on 2018. Two standardized questionnaires: Disability of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) questionnaire and the Short-Form 12 (SF-12) were used. The SF-12 consists of a physical and mental component (PCS-SF-12 and MCS-SF-12). The questionnaires were completed during the preoperative and postoperative consultations and at 3, 6, and 12 months. RESULTS We performed 53 interventions. The population was mostly female (n = 35, 66.0%) of 40.1±10.0 years. The preoperative DASH score was 46.3±19.7. It was 40.9±21.7 at 6 weeks, 33.5±22.7 at 3 months, 28.9±22.6 at 6 months, and 21.1±20 at 9 to 12 months. The improvement of DASH becomes statistically significant at 3 months (p = 0.036), 6 months (p = 0.002), and 12 months (p = 0.001). The preoperative MCS-SF-12 was 36.6±9.4. It was 41.6±10.9 at 6 weeks, 43.8±11.1 at 3 months, 46.2±11.8 at 6 months, and 51.4±8 at 8 to 12 months. The improvement of MCS-SF-12 became significant at 3 months (p=0.009), 6 months (p=0.001), and 12 months (p=0.001). The preoperative PCS-SF-12 was 35.5±6.4. It was 37.1±8.7 at 6 weeks, 39.9±8.7 at 3 months, 41.6±8.4 at 6 months, and 46.1±8.1 to 12 months. The improvement of PCS-SF-12 became significant at 6 months (p=0.005) and 12 months (p=0.001). CONCLUSION The surgical management of TOS allows an improvement of quality of life in short and medium term.
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- Myriam Ammi
- Department of Vascular and Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital, 49933 Angers, France.
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- Department of Vascular and Sport Investigations, University Hospital, 49933 Angers, France
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- Department of Vascular and Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital, 49933 Angers, France
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- Department of Vascular and Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital, 49933 Angers, France
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- Department of Vascular and Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital, 49933 Angers, France
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- Department of Vascular and Sport Investigations, University Hospital, 49933 Angers, France
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- Department of Vascular and Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital, 49933 Angers, France
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Venous thoracic outlet syndrome represents a relatively rare but important diagnosis in the adolescent population with increasing recognition. Compression of the subclavian vein within the costoclavicular space can lead to episodic venous outlet obstruction in the upper extremity, with edema, rubor and functional symptoms. Over time, cumulative injury and compression can lead to thrombosis of the vein, referred to as "effort thrombosis" or the Paget-Schroetter syndrome. This progression can lead to the need for acute management of the venous thromboembolism, requirement for thoracic outlet decompression surgery and the potential for long-term sequelae such as post-thrombotic syndrome. Management is focused on clot minimization, anticoagulation during the period of endothelial injury and inflammation and surgical decompression via first rib resection, anterior scalenectomy and venolysis to remove external compression of the vein. This manuscript reviews the diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of venous thoracic outlet syndrome and Paget-Schroetter syndrome.
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- Biren P Modi
- Department of Surgery, Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, 300 Longwood Avenue, Fegan 3, Boston, MA 02115, USA.
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- Division of Interventional Radiology, Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, 300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, 300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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Venous thoracic outlet syndrome is a complex but rare disease that often can have excellent outcomes if quickly recognized and treated. The syndrome results from compression of the subclavian vein along its exit from the thoracic cavity and frequently affects young otherwise healthy patients. Modern diagnosis is made with a combination of clinical exam, appropriate non-invasive imaging, and, finally, contrast venography, which can be both diagnostic and therapeutic. Treatments have evolved over time to the point where patients can undergo less extensive procedures than previously performed and still maintain excellent outcomes. One of the most important predictors of outcome is the initiation of treatment within 14 days of symptoms. Hence, the importance of the accurate and prompt diagnosis of this syndrome in patients with an upper-extremity deep vein thrombotic episode cannot be further underscored. This review is a concise summary of the background and treatment algorithm for this patient population.
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- Robert Moore
- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, The Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, Baltimore, MD, USA General Surgery Resident, Walter-Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, The Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, Baltimore, MD, USA
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Surgical treatment of thoracic outlet syndrome in young adults: single centre experience with minimum three-year follow-up. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2010; 35:1179-86. [PMID: 21184222 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-010-1179-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2010] [Revised: 11/21/2010] [Accepted: 11/22/2010] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Thoracic outlet syndrome is an often misdiagnosed syndrome which consists of a neurovascular compression at the upper thoracic outlet. The clinical presentation can be variable, ranging from mild symptoms to venous thrombosis and muscle atrophy. Many aetiologies, both congenital and acquired, related either to bony or soft tissue anomalies, have been associated with this syndrome. As a consequence, the diagnosis is often challenging and sometimes it can be obtained only with surgical exploration. Additionally, no specific clinical test is considered diagnostic of thoracic outlet syndrome. However, the recent advances in imaging techniques together with a careful clinical evaluation give the surgeon the chance to recognize the constricting anatomy before surgery in many cases. No standard surgical procedure has been identified; however, in literature the largest series have been treated with transaxillary first rib resection. Here we report our experience in the surgical treatment of this syndrome with a minimum follow-up of three years. Our approach consists of performing a supraclavicular decompression without routine first rib resection. This allows for identifying and removing the constricting anatomy in most cases, with satisfactory results in 96.9% of patients and a low complication rate.
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Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a condition caused by compression of the neurovascular structures leading to the arm passing through the thoracic outlet. There are three distinct types of TOS: neurogenic (95%), venous (4%-5%), and arterial (1%). Treatment algorithms depend on the type of TOS. Although statistically the most common type, neurogenic TOS can often be the most difficult to diagnose and treat. We have good follow-up data indicating that appropriately selected patients benefit from surgical intervention. Arterial and venous TOS often present more urgently with arterial or venous thrombosis. The thrombosis is typically recognized expeditiously by thorough history taking and physical examination, augmented by duplex ultrasonography. The restoration of blood flow, be it venous or arterial, often can be accomplished readily by thrombolysis. The key, however, comes in diagnosing the underlying structural component involved in the development of symptoms. To prevent recurrence, patients must undergo first rib resection and anterior scalenectomy, as well as resection of any rudimentary or cervical ribs. In the case of arterial TOS, the subclavian artery often requires reconstruction as well. Regardless of the type of TOS encountered, proper treatment requires a multidisciplinary approach.
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Donaghy M, Matkovic Z, Morris P. Surgery for suspected neurogenic thoracic outlet syndromes: a follow up study. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry 1999; 67:602-6. [PMID: 10519865 PMCID: PMC1736635 DOI: 10.1136/jnnp.67.5.602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To assess the outcome of surgical treatment for thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS), and to compare the outcome in patients with and without an underlying cervical rib. METHODS a heterogeneous group of 40 patients (33 women, seven men; aged 22-62 years) were evaluated 3 months to 20 years after surgery for suspected neurogenic TOS. Forty nine operations had been performed: cervical ribs were removed in 23 patients, together with fibrous band excision in nine. In the 17 without a cervical rib the thoracic outlet was decompressed by resection of the first thoracic rib in nine, and by other operations in eight. RESULTS After surgery patients reported improved pain (33/36), sensory disturbance (30/35), hand muscle strength (14/27), and hand function (23/34). Postoperatively TOS recurred in two, and symptoms continued to progress in three patients in whom other diagnoses eventually emerged. Surgical complications were recorded in 10 patients, but were transient and did not result in permanent symptomatic sequelae. CONCLUSIONS Surgical treatment of suspected neurogenic TOS relieves pain and sensory disturbance (90%), but is less effective for muscle weakness (50%). Surprisingly, surgery relieved sensory and motor abnormalities to a similar degree in patients both with and without a cervical rib. Ideally, patients require early operation to forestall permanent hand muscle denervation, but, our retrospective analysis fails to identify any single preoperative diagnostic criterion for TOS, particularly in patients lacking a radiographic cervical rib.
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- M Donaghy
- Department of Clinical Neurology, University of Oxford, Radcliffe Infirmary and John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, UK
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McCarthy MJ, Varty K, London NJ, Bell PR. Experience of supraclavicular exploration and decompression for treatment of thoracic outlet syndrome. Ann Vasc Surg 1999; 13:268-74. [PMID: 10347259 DOI: 10.1007/s100169900256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to assess the symptomatic outcome of patients with thoracic outlet syndrome who underwent decompression of the thoracic outlet. In our unit we prefer the supraclavicular approach, performing anterior scalenectomy with excision of fibrous bands or cervical ribs if present. Operative details were gained by theater logbook and case note review. Over a 6-year period, 31 patients (37 limbs) underwent thoracic outlet decompression. Of the 37 affected limbs, the indications for surgery were a combination of both neurological and vascular symptoms in 24 patients (65%), neurological symptoms in 24 (65%), and 4 patients (11%) had vascular symptoms alone. All patients were assessed for postoperative outcome either at out-patient clinics or by personal contact. From the results of this study we concluded that supraclavicular scalenectomy and cervical rib excision with selective first rib excision is a safe and effective procedure for most patients with thoracic outlet syndrome.
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- M J McCarthy
- Department of Surgery, University of Leicester, UK
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Rai KM, Singh KK, Maudar KK. SUPRACLAVICULAR FIRST RIB RESECTION FOR TREATMENT OF THORACIC OUTLET SYNDROME. Med J Armed Forces India 1996; 52:83-86. [PMID: 28769351 DOI: 10.1016/s0377-1237(17)30849-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Twelve patients with thoracic syndrome were operated during a 15 month period. Eleven patients had features of neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome, while one presented with arterial ischemia due to distal embolism. The diagnosis was based on the characteristic history and positive stress tests. Cervical rib was present in 7 patients. Abnormal nerve conduction studies were present in 7 out of 8 cases. Supraclavicular first rib resection was done in all patients in view of the severity of symptoms. If present, the cervical rib was also excised. There was no major operative complication. Eleven out of twelve patients reported relief of symptoms. Thoracic outlet syndrome is not an uncommon disorder and often goes undiagnosed. Resection of first rib via the supraclavicular approach gives good results in majority of the patients who have incapacitating symptoms.
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- K M Rai
- Vascular Surgeon & Reader, Department of Surgery, AFMC, Pune - 411040
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- Classified Specialist (Medicine & Neurology), Command Hospital (SC) Pune
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- Professor & Head, Department of Surgery, AFMC, Pune - 411040
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Mingoli A, Feldhaus RJ, Farina C, Cavallari N, Sapienza P, di Marzo L, Cavallaro A. Long-term outcome after transaxillary approach for thoracic outlet syndrome. Surgery 1995; 118:840-4. [PMID: 7482271 DOI: 10.1016/s0039-6060(05)80274-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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BACKGROUND Recurrence or persistence of neurologic symptoms after surgical treatment of patients with thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) are reported to be as high as 25%. To identify factors affecting the long-term outcome of surgical treatment of patients with TOS, we reviewed our 20-year experience. METHODS One hundred thirty-four transaxillary first rib resections were performed on 118 patients (43 men, 75 women, mean age 38 +/- 13 years). Eighty-three operations (61.9%) were undertaken to relieve symptoms resulting from compression of the lower roots of the brachial plexus, 37 (27.6%) for compression of both lower and upper roots, and 14 (10.5%) for lower root and vascular symptoms. All patients underwent a transaxillary extraperiosteal first rib resection with transection of the scalene muscles. In 73 cases (54.5%) a resection of the anterior scalene muscle was also performed. A cervical rib was removed in 28 cases (20.1%), and anomalous fibrous bands adjacent to the neurovascular bundle were resected in 41 cases (30.6%). RESULTS No major complications were observed. Of 105 patients (118 procedures) followed up (mean follow-up, 99 +/- 72 months), good to excellent results were obtained in 96 cases (81.4%) and fair to poor results were recorded in 22 cases (18.6%). The presence of a long posterior first rib stump, measured from the chest x ray films, was the strongest determinant of the long-term results among the variables examined (p < 0.0001). Reoperation, consisting of neurolysis and resection of the stump, was performed in 16 patients. The results were excellent in all cases at a mean follow-up of 66 +/- 46 months. Primary and secondary 10-year, actuarial freedom rates from recurrent symptoms were 80.9% and 93.1%, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Our results suggest that the long-term outcome after surgery for TOS was strongly influenced by the extent of the first rib resection.
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- A Mingoli
- Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, Creighton University, Omaha, Neb., USA
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Kline DG, Donner TR, Happel L, Smith B, Richter HP. Intraforaminal repair of plexus spinal nerves by a posterior approach: an experimental study. J Neurosurg 1992; 76:459-70. [PMID: 1738028 DOI: 10.3171/jns.1992.76.3.0459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Many spinal nerve roots injured due to stretch or other types of lesions are not reparable. Some spinal nerves might be repaired if they could be exposed in their intraforaminal course. A posterior subscapular approach for a more lateral exposure of the brachial plexus was combined with a facetectomy to expose intraforaminal nerves in a series of Macaca rhesus monkeys. This approach exposed a 6- to 10-mm segment of spinal nerve not approachable by a more classic anterior operation. Sural grafts were placed from the dural exit of the spinal nerves to the cord level of the plexus. Nine surviving animals were followed for 36 to 54 months and observed for clinical evidence of return of function. In each animal at least one electromyogram (EMG) was performed. The plexus was then re-exposed and intraoperative nerve action potentials were recorded across graft sites. Evoked muscle action potential and cortical potentials were recorded in six animals. Despite the proximal level of repair, adequate regeneration was shown by clinical, electrical, and histological studies. Functional return was best to the supraspinatus and biceps muscles and to wrist and finger flexors. Clinical recovery was present, but less effective, for deltoid, wrist, and finger extensors and intrinsic muscles of the hand, despite evidence on EMG of reinnervation. Recovery of the infraspinatus muscle was poor. Nerve action potentials could be recorded across each graft site. Reinnervational activity was recorded by EMG and evoked muscle action potential studies in most of the muscles studied, despite the persistence of some denervational changes 3 years or more after injury and repair. Histological studies confirmed the presence of a large number of axons of moderate size and myelination even at the forearm level.
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- D G Kline
- Department of Neurosurgery, Louisiana State University Medical Center, New Orleans
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Kline DG, Kott J, Barnes G, Bryant L. Exploration of selected brachial plexus lesions by the posterior subscapular approach. J Neurosurg 1978; 49:872-80. [PMID: 731305 DOI: 10.3171/jns.1978.49.6.0872] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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The application of an old surgical technique, previously employed for treatment of thoracic outlet syndromes, to lesions of the brachial plexus is discussed. Positioning of the patient, the surgical procedure, and selected indications for a posterior subscapular approach with resection of the first rib are discussed. The indications for the use of this approach are: proximal plexus lesions involving roots and/or trunks believed to be repairable, complicated thoracic outlet syndromes, prior anterior exploration for vascular or nervous structure disease, and progressive plexus palsy associated with damage to the soft tissue of the anterior chest wall and supraclavicular regions secondary to irradiation. The authors' experience to date with 12 such cases is presented in chart form, while five cases are presented in some detail.
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Brown HS, Smith RA. First rib resection for neurovascular syndromes of the thoracic outlet. Surg Clin North Am 1974; 54:1277-89. [PMID: 4610847 DOI: 10.1016/s0039-6109(16)40483-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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Taheri SA. Present status of surgical treatment of thoracic outlet syndrome. VASCULAR SURGERY 1970; 4:217-28. [PMID: 5533061 DOI: 10.1177/153857447000400401] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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Hamlin H, Pecora D. Subclavicular segmental resection of first rib for correction of subjacent neurovascular compression. Am J Surg 1969; 117:754-7. [PMID: 5791051 DOI: 10.1016/0002-9610(69)90423-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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