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Does a modified combined latissimus dorsi and teres major transfer improve excursion in patients with external rotation deficit following birth-associated brachial plexus injury?
Does a modified combined latissimus dorsi and teres major transfer improve excursion in patients with external rotation deficit following birth-associated brachial plexus injury?
A modified surgical technique for combined latissimus dorsi and teres major transfer is described to improve external rotation in patients with birth-associated brachial plexus injury.
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Provides a modified transfer technique for external rotation deficit; leaves open prospective validation of excursion gains.
Variable impairment occurs following birth associated brachial plexus injury. Muscle transpositions have evolved in response to patient need for functional reconstruction. Loss of external rotation limits the ability to perform activities with the arm in an overhead position. A modification of the combined latissimus dorsi and teres major transfer is described by means of which increased excursion of the transfer may be achieved.
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