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Learning Objectives: After studying this article, the participant should be
able to: 1, Perform appropriate diagnostic evaluation of a brachial plexus
injury, 2, Define goals of treatment in brachial plexus injuries resulting
in loss of elbow flexion, 3, Identify appropriate nerves and muscles for t
ransfer procedures to regain elbow flexion, 4, Make an appropriate selectio
n of surgical procedures to achieve elbow flexion.