Nerve Transfers for Brachial Plexus Reconstruction - 22/08/11
Doi : 10.1016/j.hcl.2008.07.001
Stephen H. Colbert, MD a, ⁎ 
, Susan E. Mackinnon, MD b
, Susan E. Mackinnon, MD b a Division of Plastic Surgery, University of Missouri School of Medicine, One Hospital Drive, M349, Columbia, MO 65212, USA
b Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, 660 South Euclid, Box 8238, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA
Corresponding author.Abstract |
Brachial plexus injuries result in devastating loss of function for patients and present incredible challenges for peripheral nerve surgeons. Recently, nerve transfers have produced superior results compared with traditional interposition nerve grafts for brachial plexus reconstruction. The authors present a review of current surgical options for treatment of partial and complete adult brachial plexus injuries using nerve transfers.
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| The authors have no financial interest, professional or other relationship bearing any conflict of interest with the subject matter of this article. |
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Vol 24 - N° 4
P. 341-361 - novembre 2008 Regresar al número
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