The result is a flaccid paralysis of the hand which is often associated with Horner syndrome - drooping of the eyelid, the cheek does not sweat and the pupil may be smaller than the unaffected side. Complete paralysis of the arm occurs when all the above five nerves are affected. The entire arm is paralysed and there is demonstrable sensory loss. Horner syndrome is often present as is Torticollis. Erb's Palsy is thought to occur in 0.5 - 4.0 per 1,000 live births.
Recovery is dependent on the extent of the injury.
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