| Literature DB >> 29399532 |
Patrick Hangge1, Lisa Rotellini-Coltvet1, Amy R Deipolyi2, Hassan Albadawi1, Rahmi Oklu1.
Abstract
Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a rare clinical entity with many etiologies. Venous thoracic outlet syndrome (VTOS), also called Paget-Schroetter syndrome (PSS), is a primary "effort" thrombosis. Here we will focus on the pathophysiology, anatomy, clinical presentation, treatments, and outcomes of VTOS. Treatment involves anticoagulation, catheter-directed thrombolysis, and surgical decompression. Early diagnosis and treatment can improve symptoms and quality of life.Entities:
Keywords: Paget-Schroetter syndrome (PSS); Venous thoracic outlet syndrome (VTOS); deep vein thromboses (DVT)
Year: 2017 PMID: 29399532 PMCID: PMC5778512 DOI: 10.21037/cdt.2017.08.15
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Cardiovasc Diagn Ther ISSN: 2223-3652