Understanding and Treating Iatrogenic Nerve Injuries in Shoulder Surgery. Issue 5 (1st March 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Gupta, Ranjan; Patel, Nilay A.; Mazzocca, Augustus D.; Romeo, Anthony
• Is Part Of: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Volume 28:Issue 5(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-03-01
• Subjects: Orthopedics -- Periodicals; Orthopedic surgery -- Periodicals; Joint Diseases -- Periodicals; Orthopedics -- Periodicals; Orthopedic surgery; Orthopedics; Periodicals; 616.7005
• DOI: 10.5435/JAAOS-D-18-00608
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1067-151X

Abstract

Abstract : As surgical techniques and technology continue to advance in shoulder surgery along with the increased use of regional anesthesia, it is important to remember that iatrogenic nerve injuries remain a possible complication. Iatrogenic nerve injuries associated with shoulder surgery lead to patient disability and distress, increased healthcare costs, and possibly additional procedures. To obtain the best possible outcome for the patient after the nerve injury has been discovered, a timely appreciation of the management options is necessary rather than expectant management. Early recognition, appropriate neurodiagnostic testing, and prompt treatment or referral are mandatory for optimal outcomes.