I have read a lot about those who have the thoracic outlet decompression surgery with everyone knowing the mixed bag of results. It seems however that many people who undergo the procedure end up developing RSD or CRPS. I am wondering if anyone knows how prevalent that is with the surgery and how often that ends up occurring?

I have read that crush (compression) syndromes involving nerves can increase the likelihood of developing an RSD. As if TOS weren't bad enough, it must be that much more heartbreaking to add something on top of the symptoms. I am wondering if doctors do anything to prevent or mitigate the chances of this occurring or is it just pure luck of the draw?