3D US Imaging of Acute Nerve Root Avulsions in Injuries of the Brachial Plexus
Jacksonville, FL
The purpose of this study is to address a knowledge gap. Early diagnosis of nerve root avulsion injuries following brachial plexus trauma remain a barrier to the early treatment of these complex injuries. Traditionally, an observation period of 6 months following brachial plexus injuries has been utilized to allow for reinnervation. Reinnervation is not possible in the setting of nerve root avulsion from the spinal cord and waiting for reinnervation in this setting unnecessarily delays treatment and potentially compromises outcome. Having the ability to provide a real time evaluation of nerve root integrity would obviate the need of other more ...