Affiliations: Division of Plastic Surgery, The Hospital for Sick
Children, and University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Note: [] Corresponding author: Dr. Gregory H. Borschel, M.D., F.A.A.P.,
F.A.C.S., Assistant Professor, University of Toronto, Department of Surgery,
The Hospital for Sick Children Division of Reconstructive Surgery, 555
University Avenue, Room 5420, Roy C Hill Wing, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1X8,
Canada. Tel.: +1 416 813 7654, ext 228197; Fax: +1 416 813 8569; E-mail:
gregory.borschel@sickkids.ca
Abstract: The brachial plexus is a complex anatomical network of nerves that
mainly supplies the upper limb. A thorough understanding of the anatomy of this
region provides the clinician with valuable clinical information that is
crucial for evaluating and planning treatment for patients with obstetrical
brachial plexus palsy. We will highlight the anatomy of the brachial plexus and
relevant clinical correlation between physical findings and the anatomical
location of the level of the injury.
