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Synonyms

• Erb-Duchenne Palsy
• Erb's Paralysis
• Erb-Duchenne Paralysis
• Duchenne-Erb Paralysis
• Duchenne's Paralysis
• Duchenne-Erb Syndrome
• Upper Brachial Plexus Paralysis, Erb-Duchenne Type
• Upper Brachial Plexus Palsy, Erb-Duchenne Type

 Disorder Subdivision

• None

 General Discussion

Erb's Palsy is caused by an injury to one or more nerves that control and supply the muscles of the shoulder and upper extremities (upper brachial plexus). It is usually seen in newborns and occurs as a result of a difficult delivery.