Traumatic Sciatic Nerve Injury Following Intramuscular Injection: A Case Report
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research Professionals - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
Traumatic sciatic nerve injury secondary to intramuscular (IM) injection is a common yet avoidable cause of nerve injury. Here we describe an 8-year-old boy who developed foot-drop secondary to IM injection. We will highlight risk factors, early recognition, management and prevention of sciatic nerve injury associated with IM injection.
Authors and Affiliations
Haya S. AlFaris, Mohammad M. Al-Muhaizea
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- EP ID EP539929
- DOI 10.21276/ijmrp.2018.4.2.055
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