Up coming surgery
 

Hello, this is my first post. I have been looking at this support group postings for several weeks. Next month I will have 1st rib resection for right subclavian DVT.
Dr Avery plans to just take the rib no muscle. I've been on Coumadin for 2yrs. What should I expect post op please?:)

HI Abby
Dr Avery should give you the ins n outs of post op care. Write down all your questions after reviewing some of the posts here by super TOS surgical candidates here then ask Dr Avery. A lot depends on his type of surgery he his performing

*your type of TOS
*type of surgery performing
*your personal body mechanics
*tolerance to pain. Everyone is different.

Also, find out
*how many days in the hospital post op
*his protocol for patient care post op, pain meds and physical therapy.

Sending you the best of luck and quick healing vibes

Right subclavian DVT tells me this is Venous TOS. If you have no neurogenic symptoms your chances for a prompt, full recovery are good. It's a matter of unkinking the hose so to speak. You should start to feel good after two weeks if there are no complications.

Definitely follow olecyn's advice above and good luck!