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What could be the cause of nerve damage in the hand after rotary cuff surgery?
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Some long nerves: Were stretchec during the surgery. It should be temporary.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Edema: Swelling in the shoulder can cause transient nerve compression at the level of the brachial plexus. This would result in numbness and parathesias of the upper extremity.
Answered 11/24/2013
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