Peripheral nerve injury

Abstract

Accurate evaluation of peripheral nerve injury is crucial in planning treatment. Understanding the classification of Sunderland and Seddon helps in predicting prognosis. This chapter discusses the basic reactions to peripheral nerve injury, classification of peripheral nerve injury, and the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative electrodiagnostic evaluation of nerve injury. It also covers the novel methods utilized in the treatment of peripheral nerve injuries with all potential therapeutic interventions.