My partner severed his left peroneal nerve in an accident in July 06. Consultant has suggested grafting. Can't find useful info on pros/cons/expected outcomes/procedures (or good general info) of this op/ops and so wondered if a medical person (or someone with experience) could help me please? The info I have found has suggested that grafting may not be particularly successful.
At the moment my partner has a dropped foot and is recovering from all knee ligaments being destroyed in the accident (now the LCL has been repaired, the ACL/PCL will be reconstructed after christmas).Many thanks.
Please state if you are a medical professional etc.
2006-11-18 12:02:56 · 1 answers · asked by ? 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
i would consult another doctor like yesterday esoecially a specialist!!
i know about ligaments they can take up to a year to heal!!
do not thing about grafting because it will not be permanent.
the only thing that will work for this type of nerve problem would be surgery where they cut out the bad part and stitch the 2 good parts together.[end to end anastomosis] this will last permanent and will have a real good effect on his overall appearance and his stride. plus he will feel a lot better
but it will take a little time to heal. about 3 to 6 weeks.
[cna] state of oklahoma.
2006-11-24 18:57:42 · answer #1 · answered by oceandollhouse 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋