brachial

Modifies a noun

• plexus: This causes tension on the brachial plexus which may stretch or rupture the nerves.
• artery: Blood can also be collected from the brachial artery in your elbow or the femoral artery in your groin.
• injury: Complete brachial plexus injury may be caused by excessive traction or force being applied to the baby's head during labor.
• index: High compression therapy is currently recommended for all patients with an ankle to brachial pressure index ( ABPI ) greater than 0.8.
• block: For most nerve blocks, for instance axillary brachial plexus block, we just do not know the incidence of long term nerve problems.
• pressure: The systolic brachial blood pressure is measured in both arms by using the Doppler probe.