Title

Postoperative Neuropathy in Gynecologic Surgeryl

Authors

Authors

A. D. Bradshaw;A. P. Advincula

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Abbreviated Journal Title

Obstet. Gynecol. Clin. N. Am.

Keywords

Postoperative neuropathy; Nerve injury; Postoperative complications; Obstetrics & Gynecology

Abstract

The development of a postoperative neuropathy is a rare complication that can be devastating to the patient. Most cases of postoperative neuropathy are caused by improper patient positioning and the incorrect placement of surgical retractors. This article presents the nerves that are at greatest risk of injury during gynecologic surgery through a series of vignettes. Suggestions for protection of each nerve are provided.

Journal Title

Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America

Volume

37

Issue/Number

3

Publication Date

1-1-2010

Document Type

Article

Language

English

First Page

451

Last Page

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WOS Identifier

WOS:000281571900009

ISSN

0889-8545

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