Microsurgical nerve repair and use of the operating microscope is a particular area of interest for me and has become a significant part of my practice. I enjoy the optics of the Carl Zeiss Pentero microscope. The Pentero provides adequate resolution for nerve repair on the magnitude of 2mm and even less.
Peripheral nerve injuries in the upper and lower extremity are common with the frequent physical activity in southern California. Activities such as biking, surfing, motorcycles, climbing, as well as occupational hazards can cause peripheral nerve injury.
In the photograph above, the blue background contains a grid with 1 mm squares, allowing the surgeon to assess the dimensions of the injured nerve.
Peripheral nerve injuries in the upper and lower extremity are common with the frequent physical activity in southern California. Activities such as biking, surfing, motorcycles, climbing, as well as occupational hazards can cause peripheral nerve injury.
In the photograph above, the blue background contains a grid with 1 mm squares, allowing the surgeon to assess the dimensions of the injured nerve.
Brian P. Dickinson, M.D.
