Invited Review: Combat-related peripheral nerve injuries-Article

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The document focuses on combat-related peripheral nerve injuries in military personnel, emphasizing various causes like trauma, toxic exposures, and blast injuries. It stresses the importance of timely identification and interdisciplinary treatment to minimize chronic disability. Specific syndromes and evaluation methods such as electrodiagnostic studies are discussed to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning. Challenges of diagnosing and treating nerve injuries in combat situations are highlighted, alongside strategies for prevention and optimal recovery. The significance of early identification for improved outcomes, the value of imaging techniques like ultrasound and MRI, and the role of interdisciplinary care in managing neuromuscular disabilities are underscored. Non-surgical treatments, surgical options, and emerging therapies are detailed, along with prevention strategies. Overall, the document advocates for an integrated, early, and multidisciplinary approach to effectively address combat-related peripheral nerve injuries and reduce long-term disabilities in service members and veterans.

Keywords

combat-related peripheral nerve injuries

military personnel

trauma

toxic exposures

blast injuries

interdisciplinary treatment

electrodiagnostic studies

nerve injury diagnosis

imaging techniques

neuromuscular disabilities