Brachial Plexus Palsy Related to Birth

**Semantic type:** Finding

**Definition:** Birth injury to the brachial plexus. It results in paralysis of the muscles of the shoulder, arm, and hand. It manifests as lack of mobility in the arm, usually in the first week of life. In the majority of cases there is spontaneous recovery.

**Synonyms:** - Brachial Plexus Palsy due to Birth Trauma - Brachial Plexus Palsy due to Birth Trauma