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Orthopedics
Marcelo R. De Rezende, Bruno A. Veronesi, Renata G. Paulos, Alvaro B. Cho, Samuel Ribak, Rames M. Junior
Summary: Free gracilis muscle transfer with partial ulnar nerve neurotization in patients with upper and chronic brachial plexus injuries can result in a satisfactory gain in elbow flexion strength, making it a good treatment option.
INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS
(2021)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Robert B. B. Kim, Michael Bounajem, Forrest Hamrick, Mark A. A. Mahan
Summary: Neurotization of partial or total brachial plexus injuries through intercostal or phrenic nerve transfers may result in better functional recovery than using contralateral C7. Ulnar, median, or double fascicle nerve transfers show similarly excellent functional recovery in patients with upper trunk injuries.
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Clinical Neurology
Nutdanai Neti, Panai Laohaprasitiporn, Yuwarat Monteerarat, Roongsak Limthongthang, Torpon Vathana
Summary: This study aimed to identify strong predictive factors and develop a prediction model for unsuccessful functional elbow flexion recovery after nerve transfer surgery in patients with brachial plexus injury. By reviewing the medical records of 987 patients, the researchers identified factors such as BMI, smoking, type of injury, donor nerve, and associated injuries that could predict the success of the surgery. They developed a model with good predictive value and internal validity.
JOURNAL OF NEUROSURGERY
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Jaafar Basma, Andrew J. Gienapp, Kenan Arnautovic, Petros Konofaos
Summary: This article discusses the historical background of the clinical description of brachial plexus injury and uncovers earlier documentation than previously thought. Through the study of ancient texts and anatomical descriptions, it is revealed that Galen's teachings continued to thrive and develop in the East. This research is important for understanding the history of brachial plexus injury and the development of ancient medicine.
JOURNAL OF NEUROSURGERY
(2022)
Article
Critical Care Medicine
George Mathew Srampickal, Anil Mathew, Sreekanth Raveendran, Bijesh Kumar Yadav, Binu Prathap Thomas
Summary: This study aimed to quantify the recovery of elbow flexion power after nerve transfer surgeries in adult traumatic brachial plexus injury. The results showed that double nerve transfer to branches of the musculocutaneous nerve led to significantly better elbow flexion strength compared to single nerve transfer. Double fascicular nerve transfer is recommended for restoring elbow flexion in upper brachial plexus injuries with normal median and ulnar nerve functions.
INJURY-INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THE CARE OF THE INJURED
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Ha Mok Jeong, Jeong Min Kim, Seok Kang, Joon Shik Yoon
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effect of the distal medial head of the triceps brachii muscle (DMTB) on ulnar nerve movement. The results showed a correlation between ulnar nerve movement at the elbow and DMTB muscle thickness. DMTB was found to be the most important muscle contributing to ulnar nerve movement. Individuals with partial and complete dislocation exhibited thicker DMTB muscle than those without dislocation.
Article
Orthopedics
Tawatha C. Steendam, Rob G. H. H. Nelissen, Martijn J. A. Malessy, Mohammad H. Basuki, Airlangga B. P. Sihotang, Heri Suroto
Summary: Free functional gracilis muscle transfer (FFMT) surgery is effective in reconstructing elbow and shoulder function in adults with traumatic brachial plexus injuries (BPIs), but does not achieve satisfactory wrist function.
CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Katharine M. Hinchcliff, Michelle F. Kircher, Allen T. Bishop, Robert J. Spinner, Alexander Y. Shin
Summary: This study found that age and body mass index have a negative impact on muscle grade after free functioning muscle transfer surgery, while distal muscle targets have better strength outcomes.
PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Orthopedics
Mehmet Armangil, Seyyid Serif Unsal, Tugrul Yildirim, Ugur Bezirgan, Anar Keremov, Sinan Adiyaman, Sirri Sinan Bilgin
Summary: The FGMF surgery is effective in restoring elbow flexion function in patients with TBPP, leading to improvements in muscle strength and elbow joint range of motion. There were statistically significant improvements in pre-and postoperative DASH scores and some SF-36 subscale scores in patients with successful outcomes.
JOINT DISEASES AND RELATED SURGERY
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
L. S. Op de Coul, S. Bleeker, J. H. de Groot, R. G. H. H. Nelissen, D. Steenbeek
Summary: This study compared the efficacy of a dynamic orthosis and serial casting in treating elbow flexion contractures caused by neonatal brachial plexus palsy. Both methods resulted in significant reduction of contracture after one year, but serial casting was more effective in the first 20 weeks.
CLINICAL REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Sandesh G. Bhat, Emily J. Miller, Alexander Y. Shin, Kenton R. Kaufman
Summary: This study compared the neuromuscular control of elbow flexors in unimpaired control subjects and patients with traumatic brachial plexus injury who underwent nerve transfer surgery. The results showed significant differences in neuromuscular control and torque generation between the two groups. The control group exhibited better modulation of myoelectric activation and achieved greater variability in neuromuscular control with varying torque demand, while the nerve transfer group could not modulate their myoelectric activation effectively. Further research on improving neuromuscular control is necessary for optimizing functional outcomes in nerve injury patients.
JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Surgery
Ying-Hsuan Lee, Johnny Chuieng-Yi Lu, Alvin Wong, Tommy Nai-Jen Chang, David Chwei-Chin Chuang
Summary: Improved outcomes in brachial plexus reconstruction have been attributed to newer nerve transfer techniques over the past two decades. However, factors aside from surgical techniques have also contributed to improved consistency in elbow flexion techniques in the latter decade.
JOURNAL OF RECONSTRUCTIVE MICROSURGERY
(2023)
Review
Orthopedics
Adeline Cambon-Binder
Summary: Ulnar neuropathy diagnosis involves examination of signs and symptoms, as well as manipulations to provoke nerve irritation. Treatment options depend on nerve stability, with surgical revision recommended in cases of failure, such as neuroma or nerve instability. Anterior nerve transposition or epicondylectomy may be proposed in such cases.
ORTHOPAEDICS & TRAUMATOLOGY-SURGERY & RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Orthopedics
Anthony F. De Giacomo, Robert A. Keller, Michael Banffy, Neal S. ElAttrache
Summary: In baseball pitchers undergoing UCL reconstruction, ulnar neuritis may negatively affect their ability to return to sport, while ulnar nerve transposition at the time of UCLR does not seem to alter the ability to return to sport.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Christopher S. Crowe, Nicholas Pulos, Robert J. Spinner, Allen T. Bishop, Dennis A. Wigle, Alexander Y. Shin
Summary: This study aimed to determine the diagnostic value of inspiratory-expiratory chest radiography compared to intraoperative stimulation of the phrenic nerve for assessing phrenic nerve injury associated with brachial plexus injury. The results showed that while inspiratory-expiratory chest radiography has good specificity for detecting phrenic nerve injuries, a high number of false negatives suggest that it should not be relied upon for routine screening of dysfunction after traumatic brachial plexus injury.
ACTA NEUROCHIRURGICA
(2023)
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Orthopedics
Alireza Saied, Afshin Heshmati, Amirreza Sadeghifar, Alia Ayatollahi Mousavi, Fateme Arabnejad, Alireza Pooladsanj
INDIAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS
(2015)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Alireza Saied, Alia Ayatollahi Mousavi, Fateme Arabnejad, Afshin Ahmadzadeh Heshmati
IRANIAN RED CRESCENT MEDICAL JOURNAL
(2015)
Article
Orthopedics
Alireza Saied, Mohsen Ostovar, Alia Ayatollahi Mousavi, Fateme Arabnejhad
INDIAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS
(2016)
Article
Emergency Medicine
A. R. Saied, M. Sabet Jahromi
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF TRAUMA AND EMERGENCY SURGERY
(2019)
Article
Orthopedics
Alireza Saied, Afshin Zyaei
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND TRAUMATOLOGY
(2010)
Article
Orthopedics
Alia Ayatollahi Moussavi, Alireza Saied, Ali Karbalaeikhani
INDIAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS
(2011)
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Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Ahmad Enhesari, Alireza Saied, Lotfollah Mohammadpoor, Alia Ayatollahi Mousavi, Fateme Arabnejhad
IRANIAN JOURNAL OF RADIOLOGY
(2014)
Article
Orthopedics
A. R. Sadeghifar, A. Karbalaeikhani, A. R. Saied
JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION
(2020)
Correction
Anatomy & Morphology
Amirreza Sadeghifar, Ali Karbalaeikhani, Alireza Saied, Elham Rasayi
ANATOMY & CELL BIOLOGY
(2018)
Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Amirreza Sadeghifar, Ali Krbalei Kahani, Alireza Saied, Elham Rasayi
ANATOMY & CELL BIOLOGY
(2018)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Afshin Ahmadzadeh Heshmati, Ali Karbalaeikhani, Alireza Saied, Mohsen Rouhani, Mahsa Aboei, Farzad Abroud, Elahe Havoshk
WORLD FAMILY MEDICINE
(2017)
Article
Orthopedics
Alireza Saied, Majid Asadi Shekaari, Amirreza Sadeghifar, Ali Karbalaeikhani
ARCHIVES OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY-ABJS
(2015)
Article
Orthopedics
Ali Karbalaeikhani, Alireza Saied, Afshin Heshmati
ARCHIVES OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY-ABJS
(2015)
Article
Orthopedics
Saeid Karamouzian, Sadegh Akhtarshomar, Alireza Saied, Ahmad Gholamhoseinian
ASIAN SPINE JOURNAL
(2015)
Article
Orthopedics
Amirreza Sadeghifar, Alireza Saied
ARCHIVES OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY-ABJS
(2014)