Endoscopy for neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome: effectiveness and safety assessments

The results of this study affirm that the endoscopic technique evaluated is both an effective and safe treatment modality for neurogenic TOS. It offers the advantages of low morbidity and expedited recovery, making it particularly suitable for patients with neurogenic TOS, including those with a low vascular component. Nevertheless, for cases where vascular compression is pronounced and/or patient have already presented previous vascular repercussions such as thrombosis, open surgical techniques for rib resection remain as the gold standard, therefore should be considered as a primary treatment.