The thoracic outlet is a junction bound anteriorly by the manubrium,anterolaterally by the first ribs,and posteriorly by the first thoracic vertebrae and posterior angles of the first ribs of the space.The great vessels of the head,neck,and arm pass through this space.What syndrome is caused by the compression of these structures?
A) Brachial plexus palsy
B) Vertebral tipping syndrome
C) Thoracic outlet syndrome
D) Thoracic plexus compression
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