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Brachial Plexus Surgery

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About Brachial Plexus Surgery

Brachial plexus surgery is a specialized nerve reconstruction procedure performed to treat injuries affecting the network of nerves controlling the shoulder, arm, and hand. These injuries may occur due to trauma, birth injuries, or severe stretching...

Overview

The procedure may include: Nerve grafting Nerve transfer surgery Microsurgical nerve repair Scar tissue release Functional reconstruction procedures Doctors evaluate: Extent of nerve injury Muscle function Sensory loss Limb movement impairment Long-term rehabilitation is essential after surgery to maximize recovery.

Understanding The Procedure

Symptoms That May Require Brachial Plexus Surgery

  • ⦾ Arm weakness or paralysis
  • ⦾ Loss of sensation
  • ⦾ Severe shoulder pain
  • ⦾ Reduced hand movement
  • ⦾ Muscle wasting

Recovery & Outlook

Brachial plexus surgery can improve arm and hand function in selected patients. Recovery may take months to years depending on nerve injury severity.

Risks

  • ⦾ Incomplete functional recovery
  • ⦾ Persistent weakness
  • ⦾ Chronic nerve pain
  • ⦾ Infection
  • ⦾ Scar tissue formation

Post-Operative Care

  • ⦾ Continue physiotherapy consistently
  • ⦾ Protect the affected limb carefully
  • ⦾ Attend regular neurological evaluations
  • ⦾ Perform rehabilitation exercises daily
  • ⦾ Monitor muscle recovery progress

Doctors Who Perform Brachial Plexus Surgery

Meet experienced neurology (brain care) doctors who regularly evaluate and perform brachial plexus surgery.

Dr Prahlad S T

Dr Prahlad S T

MBBS, DNB - General Surgery, DNB - Neurosurgery

KMC: 79627

Consultant Brain (Neuro) & Spine Surgeon

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Dr Rajkumar Pannam

Dr Rajkumar Pannam

MBBS, MS, General Surgery, MCh, Neurosurgery, Fellowship in Cerebrovascular and Endoscopic Neurosurgery, Japan.

KMC: APN20130001365TKT

Consultant Neurosurgeon

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Arun Kumar M A

Arun Kumar M A

MBBS, MS General Surgery,DNB General Surgery,MCh Neurosurgery

KMC: 94243

Consultant Neurologist

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