American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation
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Am J Phys Med Rehabil · Sep 2015
ReviewSonographic tracking of the upper limb peripheral nerves: a pictorial essay and video demonstration.
Ultrasound has been the most useful imaging tool for musculoskeletal disorders whereby peripheral nerve lesions constitute a substantial portion. High-resolution ultrasound enables elaboration of peripheral nerve morphology and reciprocal anatomy. ⋯ The present article incorporates a series of ultrasound images and videos to demonstrate how to scan the suprascapular, axillary, musculocutaneous, median, ulnar, and radial nerves. Overall, the authors aim to demonstrate the relevant nerve tracking techniques as regards the upper extremity.
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Am J Phys Med Rehabil · Sep 2015
Case ReportsCardiopulmonary resuscitation interface adapted for postextubation continuous noninvasive ventilatory support.
The authors report that a new oral interface designed for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and use during anesthesia permitted the successful extubation of an "unweanable" 27-yr-old woman with nemaline rod myopathy to continuous noninvasive ventilatory support. She had failed two previous extubation attempts. Tracheotomy and institutional care were avoided as a result.