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[Brachial plexus roots in man]

Z Urbanowicz1

  • 1Katedra i Zakład Anatomii Prawidłowej Człowieka, Akademia Medyczna w Lublinie.

Annales Universitatis Mariae Curie-Sklodowska. Sectio D: Medicina
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Brachial plexus anatomy varies significantly, with most variations involving the C5-Th1 roots. Understanding this human anatomy is crucial for medical professionals.

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Some features of the internal structure of terminal divisions of the brachial plexus medial cord.

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Area of Science:

  • Human Anatomy
  • Neuroanatomy
  • Morphology

Context:

  • The brachial plexus is a complex network of nerves essential for upper limb function.
  • Variations in brachial plexus formation can impact surgical procedures and neurological assessments.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the anatomical variations in the roots of the brachial plexus in adult males.
  • To document the frequency of different brachial plexus types and the characteristics of their constituent roots.

Summary:

  • A bilateral examination of 69 male cadavers revealed three brachial plexus types: C4-Th1 (26.1%), C5-Th1 (73.2%), and C5-Th2 (0.7%).
  • Root thickness varied, with Th1 and C5 often being thinnest, and C7 and C8 thickest. Significant individual variability and asymmetry were observed in root thickness, fascicle composition, and cross-sectional area.
  • These anatomical features exhibit substantial changes during postnatal development, particularly up to age 22.

Impact:

  • Provides critical anatomical data for surgeons, neurologists, and anatomists.
  • Highlights the importance of recognizing individual variations in the brachial plexus for clinical practice.
  • Contributes to a deeper understanding of neurodevelopmental changes in the peripheral nervous system.

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