Anatomic Landmarks to Identify the Radial Nerve during the Posterior Approach of the Humerus: A Cadaveric Study

Introduction: Identification of the radial nerve and preventing injury to it is crucial, while surgically approaching the humerus from the posterior aspect to treat fractures of the midshaft or the distal third of the bone. Aim: To identify certain anatomic landmarks, using which the radial nerve co...

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Main Authors: Mythraeyee Prasad, Bina Isaac, Prasanna Samuel Premkumar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited 2018-11-01
Series:Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
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Online Access:https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/12275/37922_100918_37922_CE[Ra1]_F(SL)_PF1(AJ_SHU)_PN(SHU)indd.pdf