Types and Classification of Nerve Injury: A Review

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Published: 2020-10-05
Keywords:
Axonotmesis, neurotmesis, neurapraxia, Wallerian degeneration

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R Jayasri Krupaa
Dept. of Oral Pathology and Microbiology Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospitals, Chennai, Tamil Nadu - 600 100
KMK Masthan
Professor and Head of the Department
Aravintha Babu N
Professor
Sona B
Postgraduate Dept. of Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospitals, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Abstract

Nerve injuries are the most common conditions with varying symptoms, depending on the severity, intensity and nerves
involved. Though much information is available on the mechanisms of injury and regeneration, reliable treatments that
ensure full functional recovery are limited. The type of nerve injury alters the treatment and prognosis. This review article
aims to summarize the various types of nerve injuries and their classification.

Article Details

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Vol. 31 No. 5 (2020)

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Review Article

How to Cite

Types and Classification of Nerve Injury: A Review. (2020). Indian Journal Of Clinical Practice, 31(5), 1-3. https://ojs.ijcp.in/index.php/IJCP/article/view/864