Use of intercostal nerves for different target neurotization in brachial plexus reconstruction
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Neurotization from Two Medial Pectoral Nerves to Musculocutaneous Nerve in a Pediatric Brachial Plexus Injury
Traumatic brachial plexus injuries can be devastating, causing partial to total denervation of the muscles of the upper extremities. Surgical reconstruction can restore motor and/or sensory function following nerve injuries. Direct nerve-to-nerve transfers can provide a closer nerve source to the target muscle, thereby enhancing the quality and rate of recovery. Restoration of elbow flexion is ...
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عنوان ژورنال: World Journal of Orthopedics
سال: 2013
ISSN: 2218-5836
DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v4.i3.107