Postoperative Neuropathy in Gynecologic Surgeryl

    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

    +

    WOS Identifier

    WOS:000281571900009

    ISSN

    0889-8545

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