Recommendation ID
IPG610/1
Question

The evidence on efficacy of nerve transfer to partially restore upper limb function in tetraplegia is limited in quantity. There are no major safety concerns. Therefore, this procedure should only be used with special arrangements for clinical governance, consent, and audit or research.

Any explanatory notes
(if applicable)

None


Source guidance details

Comes from guidance
Nerve transfer to partially restore upper limb function in tetraplegia
Number
IPG610
Date issued
April 2018

Other details

Is this a recommendation for the use of a technology only in the context of research? No  
Is it a recommendation that suggests collection of data or the establishment of a register?   No  
Last Reviewed 30/04/2018