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Brachial Plexus Injury

Definition

A brachial plexus injury is a type of nerve injury that occurs when the network of nerves connecting the spinal cord to the shoulder, arm, and hand (brachial plexus) is damaged. This can result from various causes, such as trauma, compression, or inflammation, and can lead to weakness, loss of sensation, or paralysis in the affected arm.