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Neuralgic amyotrophy.

K J Favero, R H Hawkins, M W Jones

The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. British Volume

|March 1, 1987

Summary

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Neuralgic amyotrophy often presents with widespread upper limb pain and brachial plexus involvement. Early recognition and non-invasive treatment lead to an excellent prognosis for patients.

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Area of Science:

Neurology
Orthopaedics

Background:

Neuralgic amyotrophy, also known as Parsonage-Turner syndrome, is a neurological disorder characterized by sudden onset of severe pain followed by muscle weakness and atrophy.
The condition primarily affects the brachial plexus, leading to significant functional impairment.

Observation:

A review of 39 patients revealed common findings of upper limb pain and diffuse brachial plexus involvement.
Specific observations included spinal accessory nerve lesions in five patients and glenohumeral instability in five patients.
A notable 64% of patients received an orthopaedic consultation during their acute illness.

Findings:

The study identified frequent upper limb pain and diffuse brachial plexus involvement in neuralgic amyotrophy patients.
Associated conditions such as spinal accessory nerve lesions and glenohumeral instability were observed.

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A high percentage of patients sought orthopaedic care during the acute phase.

Implications:

Orthopaedic surgeons must be aware of neuralgic amyotrophy's clinical presentation and management strategies.
Increased awareness can lead to earlier diagnosis and appropriate intervention.
The prognosis for neuralgic amyotrophy is favorable with non-invasive treatment approaches.