Early application of cryoanalgesia to the brachial plexus prevents development of phantom limb pain after traumatic forequarter amputation: A case report
Background: Amputation of an extremity frequently results in significant phantom limb pain. The etiology of which is not well understood. Central and peripheral factors appear to play a role. Pain relief interventions often are attempted several weeks to months later. Peripheral nerve injury can rap...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2022-10-01
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| Series: | Trauma Case Reports |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352644022000747 |