Hereditary neuropathy with liability to pressure palsies occurring during military training.

J R Army Med Corps

Begin Hospital, Department of Biology, 69 Avenue de Paris, 94 163 Saint Mandé Cedex, France.

Published: March 2012

Hereditary neuropathy with liability to pressure palsies (HNPP) is an autosomal-dominant peripheral neuropathy characterized by recurrent isolated nerve palsies, which are precipitated by trivial compression and trauma. Although HNPP has been well-described in literature, it often goes unrecognized. We report a case of HNPP occurring during military training to promote recognition and proper management of this entity.

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