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Nerve Compression Syndromes  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • Mechanical compression of nerves or nerve roots from internal or external causes. These may result in a conduction block to nerve impulses (due to MYELIN SHEATH dysfunction) or axonal loss. The nerve and nerve sheath injuries may be caused by ISCHEMIA; INFLAMMATION; or a direct mechanical effect.

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-NW92FFPP-W

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