Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) Overview
10 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the approximate percentage of the population affected by TOS?

  • 5-6%
  • 10-12%
  • 8% (correct)
  • 1-2%

What is the female to male ratio for TOS?

  • 2:1
  • 1:1
  • 4:1
  • 3:1 (correct)

Which of the following is not a common anatomical defect associated with TOS?

  • Abnormal bonds and ligaments
  • Cervical rib
  • Long C7 transverse process
  • Fracture of the humerus (correct)

What percentage of TOS cases affect the vascular structures such as the subclavian artery and vein?

<p>2-5% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common side affected by a cervical rib in TOS?

<p>Right (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a common muscle anomaly associated with TOS?

<p>Biceps tendon rupture (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the brachial plexus and subclavian artery pass through in TOS?

<p>Anterior and middle scalene muscles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the brachial plexus is typically affected in TOS?

<p>Lower trunk (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical age range for TOS?

<p>20-40 years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of compression on the brachial plexus and subclavian artery in TOS?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

More Like This

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Anatomy
50 questions
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Overview
40 questions
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Quiz
48 questions

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Quiz

RespectfulAlliteration avatar
RespectfulAlliteration
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser