[Paralysis of the brachial plexus caused by supraclavicular injuries in the adult. Long-term comparative results of nerve grafts and transfers].

Abstract

In order to restore elbow flexion in case of supraclavicular brachial plexus lesion, nerve graft from an available root should be preferred to nerve transfer with interpositional nerve graft, when no avulsion exists among C5 and C6. Nerve transfer with interpositional nerve graft to the musculocutaneous nerve is indicated in case of avulsion of one or more roots among C5 and C6.