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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Thoracic Outlet Syndrome/Brachial Plexopathy. In Memory Of DeAnne Marie. |
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07-23-2012, 01:29 AM | #11 | |||
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For transaxillary rib resections, Dr. Gelabert gave me an info sheet which stated 10-20% of cases need an additional surgery (supraclavicular) in which full scalenectomy, scarring, and any rib regrowth is addressed.
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"Thanks for this!" says: | Blurto (07-23-2012) |
07-23-2012, 09:51 PM | #12 | ||
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Hi! I agree with nospam that it is likely rare. I remember asking my surgeon this very question before I had my 1st TOS surgery 9 years ago. I seem to remember that he said something along the lines about removing most of the rib so there was no chance of re-growth. So far, there is no evidence of re-growth on that rib. Hope this holds true for the other side as surgery is scheduled in a few days.
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07-23-2012, 11:37 PM | #13 | ||
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i was told that it is not common but does happen. Anyway, I am just hoping to see improvements. The shoulder and clavicle and chest area is still painful and numb, along with some tingling in neck, I am sure it is from the inflammation from the surgery. I have noticed less tingling in hand and less pain in wrist forearm and hand. It is real early to tell, plus the fact that I have been on pain meds. Still real tired and slept most of day. I have noticed less pain in my neck as well.
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