Thelansis

  Peripheral nerve injuries are a heterogeneous and distinct group of disorders that are secondary to various causes, commonly including motor vehicle accidents, falls, industrial accidents, household accidents, and penetrating trauma. The earliest classification of nerve injuries was given by Seddon and Sunderland, which holds true till date and is commonly used. Neuropraxia, axonotmesis, and neurotmesis are the three main types of nerve injuries. Traumatic PNIs are a source of disability worldwide, causing significant sensorimotor impairment and neurogenic pain (also classified as neuropathic pain). In general, PNI results from motor vehicle accidents, lacerations with sharp objects, penetrating trauma (gunshot wounds), and stretching or crushing trauma and fractures. They can result in significant morbidity, including motor and/or sensory loss, which can affect significantly the life of the patient. Currently, the standard surgical technique for complete nerve transection is e...