Vascular compression about the shoulder
Kutz, J.E.; Rowland, E.B.
Hand Clinics 9(1): 131-138
1993
ISSN/ISBN: 0749-0712 PMID: 8444971 Document Number: 413546
Arterial and venous compression about the shoulder girdle are rare clinical entities. Potential complications can be disastrous for the patient. A heightened awareness of the problem and careful physical examination may lead to earlier diagnosis. Controversy still exists as to the optimal treatment once diagnosis is confirmed. Evolution of noninvasive diagnostic techniques may be of considerable benefit in the future.