Abstract
While the majority of patients with brachial plexus birth palsy (BPBP) demonstrate spontaneous recovery, some will have persistent neurological deficits and functional limitations. Microsurgical repair and/or reconstruction of the brachial plexus are often recommended for these patients; however, the optimal timing of microsurgery is unknown. Furthermore, the long-term outcomes of microsurgery, as compared with natural history and secondary reconstructive surgery, are unknown. The purpose of this article is to present the rationale for the multicenter prospective study of the treatment of BPBP. The current study protocol is provided.