Which nerve is most likely to be injured during delivery?.
Absolutly right Dr.Krishnendu . Nerve injuries occur in approximately 1% of deliveries,usually due to compression or stretch injuries ,with the LATERAL FEMORAL CUTANEOUS NERVE being the most commonly involved. Full recovery is the norm,and treatment is supportive with physical and occupational therapy being the first kind.
Lateral femoral cutaneous nerve
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