Brachial Palsy in the Newborn
Alternate Names : Erb Palsy, Klumpke Paralysis
What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?
A newborn with brachial palsy holds the affected arm close to
the body. The elbow is not bent, and the hand is turned palm down. The
infant cannot move the affected arm. Sometimes only the upper part of
the arm is affected, and the baby can move the hand and fingers. Often
the entire arm, including the hand and fingers, is affected.
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