Recurring brachial plexus neuropathy in a diabetic patient after shoulder surgery and continuous interscalene block.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
The performance of regional blockade on a patient with a preexisting neurologic condition or a history of neurologic complications after regional anesthesia is controversial. We present a case of recurring brachial plexus neuropathy in a diabetic patient after two shoulder procedures performed 4 mo apart. In both cases, the patient underwent intensive physical therapy with continuous postoperative interscalene analgesia.
Medical subject headings
- Brachial Plexus Neuropathies
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
- Nerve Block
- Postoperative Complications
- Shoulder