Diseases and Conditions
Thoracic outlet syndrome
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Prevention
Diagnosis
Treatment
Lifestyle and home remedies
Coping and support
Preparing for an appointment
Risk factors
There are several factors that seem to increase the risk of thoracic outlet syndrome, including:
- Sex. Females are far more likely to be diagnosed with thoracic outlet syndrome than are males.
- Age. Thoracic outlet syndrome is more common in young adults, between 20 and 40 years old.
