An unusual cause of postoperative brachial plexus palsy

We describe a case of postoperative brachial plexus neurapraxia after lumbar spinal surgery performed on the prone, seated, knee-chest position. The arms were extended above the patient's head.

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Published in:	British journal of anaesthesia : BJA Vol. 72; no. 5; p. 605
Main Authors:	Anderton, J M, Schady, W, Markham, D E
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	England 01-05-1994
Subjects:	Adult Arm - physiology Brachial Plexus - injuries Female Humans Paralysis - etiology Postoperative Complications Prone Position - physiology Time Factors
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Summary:	We describe a case of postoperative brachial plexus neurapraxia after lumbar spinal surgery performed on the prone, seated, knee-chest position. The arms were extended above the patient's head.
ISSN:	0007-0912
DOI:	10.1093/bja/72.5.605