What is birth-related brachial plexus palsy/injury?

Also known as: brachial plexus palsy, brachial plexopathy, brachial plexus injury, obstetrical brachial plexus injury

Birth-related brachial plexus palsy refers to injury of the nerves that lead from the cervical (neck) spinal cord to the arm. These nerves can be injured during a difficult delivery. The result is weakness and/or loss of sensation in the affected arm.

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Reviewed by: Aaron J Berger, MD

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