Nerve Injuries in Anaesthesia

This article was published in:

Anaesthesia 2000 (55) pages 980-991

Summary:

Perioperative peripheral nerve injuries are a common cause of patient morbidity. They account for a significant proportion of litigation claims against anaesthetists in the peri-operative period. The incidence of peri-operative nerve injuries can be reduced by anaesthetists being aware of the aetiology, predisposing patient factors,  and the pathophysiology of these injuries. This review article discusses the incidence, pathophysiology and medicolegal implications of peri-operative nerve injuries and provides suggestions as to how they may best be minimised.

 

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