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Journal of Pediatric Neurology 2022; 20(06): 407-409
DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1742250
DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1742250
Case Report
Congenital Radial Nerve Palsy in a Preterm Baby—A Case Report
Abstract
Congenital radial nerve palsy is a rare condition seen in newborns. It is thought to occur due to compression of upper arm against the pelvic rim in the intrauterine period. We report one such case of congenital radial nerve palsy in a preterm neonate with a classical ecchymotic skin lesion in the upper arm accompanying the wrist drop. The condition has a good prognosis with spontaneous recovery happening within 6 months in most cases.
Publication History
Received: 23 September 2021
Accepted: 08 December 2021
Article published online:
14 February 2022
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