An improved method of exposure for transaxillary first rib resection.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.jvs.2010.03.022.
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Abstract
Transaxillary first rib excision, used for thoracic outlet decompression, requires that the patient be in the lateral decubitus position with the arm elevated. This is traditionally accomplished by a junior resident or medical student holding the arm in the air for the duration of the case. This technical note presents a simplified method of passive arm elevation using orthopedic techniques that provides superb exposure of this area with no appreciable patient morbidity.
Medical subject headings
- Osteotomy
- Patient Positioning
- Ribs
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome