Elongated C7 transverse process

Case contributed by Mohammad Taghi Niknejad
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Pain and numbness of the upper limbs, more prominent on the left side.

Patient Data

Age: 25 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

Elongation of the transverse process of the C7 vertebra is noted bilaterally, more prominent on the left side. No cervical rib.

Case Discussion

The elongated C7 transverse process is an anatomical variant that may cause thoracic outlet syndrome due to compression of the brachial plexus or subclavian vessels as they pass through the superior thoracic aperture.

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