Spontaneous nerve torsion: unusual cause of radial nerve palsy

Skeletal Radiol. 2015 Mar;44(3):457-61. doi: 10.1007/s00256-014-2006-3. Epub 2014 Sep 24.

Abstract

Spontaneous nerve torsion is a rare cause of nerve palsy. We describe a case of nerve torsion affecting the radial nerve in order to inform radiologists of the existence of this condition and subtle features on cross-sectional imaging that can suggest the diagnosis preoperatively.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods
  • Male
  • Paralysis / diagnosis*
  • Paralysis / etiology*
  • Radial Neuropathy / etiology*
  • Torsion Abnormality / complications*
  • Torsion Abnormality / diagnosis*
  • Ultrasonography / methods