Backpack palsy with Horner's syndrome

Area of Science:

• Neurology
• Orthopedics
• Trauma Surgery

Background:

• Brachial plexus injuries result from high-impact trauma.
• Backpack palsy is a recognized, albeit rare, cause of brachial plexus injury linked to excessive backpack weight.
• Horner's syndrome is a neurological condition affecting the face and eye.

Observation:

• A case of backpack palsy is presented.
• The patient exhibited an unusual presentation of this condition.
• Horner's syndrome was observed concurrently with backpack palsy.

Findings:

• This case demonstrates an atypical manifestation of backpack palsy.
• The co-occurrence of Horner's syndrome with backpack palsy is unusual and noteworthy.
• Highlights the potential for varied clinical presentations in brachial plexus injuries.

Implications:

• This case expands the understanding of brachial plexus injury presentations.
• It underscores the importance of considering backpack use in brachial plexus injury diagnosis.
• Suggests further investigation into the mechanisms linking backpack use to neurological deficits like Horner's syndrome.