Repairing damaged nerves often involves surgical intervention, specifically direct nerve repair. This is typically the first approach surgeons consider.
Direct Nerve Repair: Suturing
The most common method of direct nerve repair involves surgically connecting the damaged nerve ends. This process, known as suturing, aims to realign the nerve fibers and promote regeneration.
- A surgeon meticulously trims severely damaged tissue from the ends of the injured nerve to ensure healthy tissue is being connected.
- The nerve ends are then carefully brought together.
- Finally, the ends are connected using sutures (stitches). This reconnects the nerve.
