Physiology of nerve repair: a research update
Mitchell, J.R.; Osterman, A.L.
Hand Clinics 7(3): 481-490
1991
ISSN/ISBN: 0749-0712 PMID: 1939355 Document Number: 382065
Understanding the anatomy and response to injury of the peripheral nerve is important for the surgeon treating peripheral nerve injuries. Appropriate treatment also requires proper classification of the injury. Although great advances have been made in the area of microsurgical repair, results remain unpredictable. Future work in the areas of immunology, nerve conduits, and growth factors will, it is hoped, provide further information to allow for better functional recovery.