Paget-Schroetter syndrome: treatment of venous thrombosis and outcomes

Cardiovasc Diagn Ther. 2017 Dec;7(Suppl 3):S285-S290. doi: 10.21037/cdt.2017.08.15.

Abstract

Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a rare clinical entity with many etiologies. Venous thoracic outlet syndrome (VTOS), also called Paget-Schroetter syndrome (PSS), is a primary "effort" thrombosis. Here we will focus on the pathophysiology, anatomy, clinical presentation, treatments, and outcomes of VTOS. Treatment involves anticoagulation, catheter-directed thrombolysis, and surgical decompression. Early diagnosis and treatment can improve symptoms and quality of life.

Keywords: Paget-Schroetter syndrome (PSS); Venous thoracic outlet syndrome (VTOS); deep vein thromboses (DVT).

Publication types

  • Review