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Title: [Osteogenic exostosis of the first rib: a rare etiology of thoracic outlet syndrome. Apropos of a case]. Author: Rosset P, Martinat H, Barsotti J, Gaisne E. Journal: Rev Chir Orthop Reparatrice Appar Mot; 1990; 76(1):62-5. PubMed ID: 2140460. Abstract: The osteogenic exostosis of the ribs are unfrequent. Their location on the first rib is exceptional. One case is described. The authors, after a review of the literature, recall the particular symptomatology which can be observed, like thoracic outlet syndrome. A partial or total resection of the first rib is advocated. The surgical approach has to be discussed.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]