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NTOS [1 record]

Record 1 2025-10-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Human Diseases - Various
  • Nervous System
CONT

Neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome. This is the most common type of thoracic outlet syndrome. In this type, a group of nerves called the brachial plexus is compressed.

CONT

The clinical presentation of NTOS is characterised by pain, paresthesia, numbness and/or muscle weakness of the neck, arm or hand.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Maladies humaines diverses
  • Système nerveux
CONT

Syndrome du défilé thoracique neurogénique. Il survient lorsque les nerfs sont comprimés. Cela entraîne des douleurs et des sensations de picotement qui commencent généralement dans le cou ou l'épaule, puis s'étendent le long de la surface interne du bras et jusqu'à la main.

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