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Anomalous common peroneal nerve: An encounter during peroneal nerve decompression
International Journal of Case Reports in Orthopaedics · 2022 · Vol. 4(1) · pp. 36–39
Inas Ismail✉(Yenepoya University)Jassim Usman(Malabar Medical College Hospital and Research Centre)
Abstract
In this case report we discuss about a rare anomaly of the common peroneal nerve. This was encountered during decompression of the peroneal nerve following a post traumatic foot drop. Here, we describe the abnormal division of common peroneal nerve and the importance of identifying it to avoid further nerve injury.
Peripheral Nerve DisordersOrthopedic Surgery and RehabilitationNerve Injury and RehabilitationCommon peroneal nerveFoot dropMedicineDecompressionSuperficial peroneal nerveSurgeryAnatomyAnkle
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