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Postpartum obturator neurapraxia. A case report.

David M Haas1, Robert S Meadows, Ricky Cottrell

  • 1Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Neurology and Anesthesia, Camp Lejeune Naval Hospital, 100 Brewster Boulevard, Jacksonville, NC 28547, USA. dmhaas@nhcl.med.navy.mil

The Journal of Reproductive Medicine
|July 15, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Obturator nerve injury, a rare complication of vaginal delivery, can cause postpartum neurapraxia. This condition typically resolves with conservative physical therapy alone.

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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Neurology
  • Physical Therapy

Background:

  • Obturator nerve injury is an infrequent complication associated with vaginal delivery.
  • Maternal nerve injuries during childbirth are uncommon.

Observation:

  • A 22-year-old woman presented with obturator neurapraxia on the first postpartum day after a vaginal delivery.
  • Clinical diagnosis was made based on neurologic symptoms.

Findings:

  • Neurologic symptoms associated with postpartum obturator neurapraxia resolved within three months.
  • Conservative physical therapy proved effective in managing the condition.

Implications:

  • Early clinical diagnosis is crucial for managing obturator neurapraxia.

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  • Physical therapy is a primary and effective treatment modality for postpartum obturator nerve injuries.
  • This case highlights the importance of recognizing and managing rare maternal nerve complications.