Modern Instrumental Methods of Diagnosis of Traumatic Lesions of Peripheral Nerves

Abstract

Damage to the peripheral nervous system is a serious medical and social problem due to high disability and high economic losses. To improve the results of treatment, an accurate diagnosis of the degree and level of nerve damage is necessary. This article reveals all modern instrumental methods for the diagnosis of traumatic injuries of the peripheral nervous system: electroneuromyography, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging. The advantages and disadvantages of each method are described.