Laparoscopic surgeons' thumb-is it a training phenomenon?

S J Neuhaus; D I Watson

doi:10.3109/13645709709152822

Laparoscopic surgeons' thumb-is it a training phenomenon?

S J Neuhaus, D I Watson

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Abstract

Transient digital nerve palsy of the left thumb may be common during laparoscopic learning experiences. The problem, which has been seen frequently during laparoscopy training courses, is due to an incorrect instrument grip. Awareness of the problem and instruction of sound technique may prevent this injury.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	31-32
Number of pages	2
Journal	Minimally Invasive Therapy and Allied Technologies
Volume	6
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.3109/13645709709152822
Publication status	Published - 1997
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

laparoscopy
surgical training
nerve palsy

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