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  • Neurosurgery
  • Peripheral Nerve Surgery
  • Regenerative Medicine

Background:

  • Non-transected and partially transected peripheral nerve injuries (PNIs), also known as neuromas-in-continuity, are common yet poorly understood.
  • Optimal surgical strategies and expected outcomes for these injuries remain unclear.
  • This study reviews surgical repairs for PNIs and presents a case to inform clinical decision-making.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the existing literature on surgical management of neuromas-in-continuity.
  • To identify factors influencing outcomes in peripheral nerve repair.
  • To guide clinical decision-making for these specific types of nerve injuries.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic literature review was conducted using PubMed and Google Scholar.
  • Seventy eligible reports were identified and analyzed based on study level (I-V).
  • Data on surgical techniques, outcomes, and influencing factors were extracted and synthesized.

Main Results:

  • Neurolysis for nerve all-positive (NAP) lesions often restored antigravity strength.
  • Direct repair or grafting of nonconductive segments achieved meaningful recovery in approximately 75% of cases.
  • Earlier intervention, shorter nerve gaps, distal injury sites, and younger patient age correlated with superior outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • A pragmatic approach involves observing low-grade injuries and intervening early if recovery plateaus.
  • NAP-guided neurolysis is recommended for conductive lesions, while nonconductive segments benefit from tension-free repair or grafting.
  • Standardized reporting and prospective trials are essential for refining surgical timing, technique selection, and patient-reported outcomes.