Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
Volume 19, Issue 1 , Pages e18-e23 , January 2010

Iatrogenic thoracic outlet syndrome caused by revision surgery for multiple subacute fixation failures of a clavicle fracture: A case report

  • John G. Skedros, MD

      Affiliations

    • Utah Bone and Joint Center, Salt Lake City, UT
    • University of Utah Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Salt Lake City, UT
    • Corresponding Author InformationReprint requests: John G. Skedros, MD, Utah Bone & Joint Center, 5323 S Woodrow St, Ste. 202, Salt Lake City, UT 84107.
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  • Bryce B. Hill, BS

      Affiliations

    • Utah Bone and Joint Center, Salt Lake City, UT
    • ,
  • Todd C. Pitts, BS

      Affiliations

    • Utah Bone and Joint Center, Salt Lake City, UT

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doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2009.05.014

Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
Volume 19, Issue 1 , Pages e18-e23 , January 2010

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