Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment | Mass General Brigham

What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and how is it treated? Learn about the signs and symptoms of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, as well as the causes, risk factors, and treatment options for TOS. Dean M. Donahue, M.D., Director of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Program, Division of Thoracic Surgery, explains the Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Program. 0:00 - Intro 0:25 What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)? 0:57 What are the signs and symptoms of TOS? 1:27 What are the causes of TOS? 1:47 What are the risk factors of TOS? 2:29 How common is TOS? 2:57 Are there different types of TOS? 3:28 What is TOS pain like? How is it managed without surgery? 3:37 How is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome diagnosed? 7:16 Why is TOS difficult to treat? 7:51 Without surgery, is TOS a lifelong condition, and does it worsen over time? About Mass General Brigham: Mass General Brigham combines the strength of two world-class academic medical centers, five nationally ranked specialty hospitals, 11 community hospitals, and dozens of health centers. Our doctors and researchers accelerate medical breakthroughs and drive innovations in patient care. They are leaders in medical education, serving as Harvard Medical School faculty and training the next generation of physicians. Mass General Brigham’s mission is to deliver the best, affordable health care to patients everywhere. Together, we transform the health of our communities and beyond. #MassGeneralBrigham #MGB Visit Mass General Brigham: https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/ Find us on social: Twitter:   / massgenbrigham   Instagram:   / massgeneralbrigham   Facebook:   / massgeneralbrigham   LinkedIn:   / mass-general-brigham   Mass General Brigham:    / massgeneralbrigham   Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment | Mass General Brigham    • Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms...