Abstract
Two cases of brachial plexus injury after prone position in the intensive care unit are described. Mechanisms of brachial plexus injury are described, as are methods for prevention of this unusual complication.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Brachial Plexus Neuropathies / etiology*
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Brachial Plexus Neuropathies / prevention & control
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Fasciitis, Necrotizing / therapy
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Female
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Humans
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Intensive Care Units
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Obesity, Morbid / complications
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Prone Position*
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Respiratory Distress Syndrome / complications
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Respiratory Distress Syndrome / therapy