Chapter 19: The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels

The subclavian artery passes between the 1st rib and clavicle. This space is tight, so any decrease in space will obstruct (partially / fully) the subclavian artery --> claudication symptoms + neurological symptoms (T1 distribution). Causes: congenital cervical rib, … ................
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