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    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Neurosurgery
    • Microsurgery

    Background:

    • Nerve injuries represent a significant clinical challenge.
    • Upper limb nerve injuries occur more frequently than lower limb injuries.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the universal principles of nerve repair.
    • To emphasize the applicability of these principles regardless of injury location.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of established nerve repair techniques.
    • Comparative analysis of upper and lower limb nerve injury cases.

    Main Results:

    • The core surgical techniques for nerve repair are identical for both upper and lower extremities.
    • Successful outcomes depend on adherence to fundamental surgical principles.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective nerve repair strategies are transferable between upper and lower limb injuries.
    • Standardized surgical principles ensure optimal outcomes for diverse nerve injuries.