Focal brachial cutaneous neuropathy associated with Norplant use: suggests careful consideration of the recommended site for inserting contraceptive implants.

Autor: Nash, Catherine, Staunton, Tom, Nash, C, Staunton, T
Zdroj: Journal of Family Planning & Reproductive Health Care; Jul2001, Vol. 27 Issue 3, p155-156, 2p, 1 Black and White Photograph
Abstrakt: A case of neuropathy in the medial antebrachial cutaneous nerve of the forearm following a Norplant® removal is described. The incidence of this problem is uncertain. The suggested siting of the contraceptive implants directly over the bicipital groove is questioned. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]
Databáze: Complementary Index