Pancoast syndrome

A rare neoplastic syndrome characterized by obstruction of the thoracic outlet leading to compression of the brachial plexus and vessels within. It is usually caused by a malignant neoplasm in the superior pulmonary sulcus. The most commonly involved neoplasms are non-small cell lung carcinomas. Clinical signs include Horner's syndrome, shoulder pain radiating down the arm in the ulnar distribution followed by edema and atrophy of the affected extremity. Clinical course usually leads to early local invasion of the bony thoracic structures. Prognosis is highly stage-dependent.

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Dr. Neha Mehrotra

Ophthalmology

Horner syndome is seen in all except 1. Pancoast syndrome 2. lateral medullary syndrome 3. Superior vena cava syndrome 4. Brown sequard at the level of C7

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