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Rare First Rib Pseudoarthrosis With Thoracic Outlet Syndrome In Pediatric Gymnast: A Case Report, Jessica M. Kraft, Ann L. Contrucci, Gary E. Freed
Rare First Rib Pseudoarthrosis With Thoracic Outlet Syndrome In Pediatric Gymnast: A Case Report, Jessica M. Kraft, Ann L. Contrucci, Gary E. Freed
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Background: This case study evaluates the diagnosis and treatment of a 12 year old Caucasian male gymnast who had several diagnoses including an isolated first rib fracture, resultant pseudoarthrosis of the first rib, and the development of symptomatic thoracic outlet syndrome. We discuss the causes, prevalence, and suggestions for prompt diagnosis and treatment of these conditions in pediatric patients. Although all three conditions are rare in a child, this case highlights the importance of having a high clinical index of suspicion in recurrent pain in pre-pubertal athletes.
Case presentation: A 10 year old Caucasian male presented with a two to …