Lateral Cutaneous Branch of the Intercostal Nerve as a Donor Site for Nerve Reconstruction Following Enucleation of an Upper Extremity Schwannoma

Clinical Case Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: Erika Koyama, Yoshinori Suzuki, Shuji Yamashita
DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72068
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References: 13

Abstract

The lateral cutaneous branch of the intercostal nerve is a reliable donor for upper extremity nerve reconstruction after schwannoma enucleation, offering easy anatomical access and potential for functional recovery.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Neurofibromatosis and Schwannoma Cases Nerve Injury and Rehabilitation Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques

Publication details

Journal / source
Clinical Case Reports
Volume
14
Issue
3
Pages
e72068–e72068
Publication date
1 March 2026
Language
EN