scholarly journals Presentation and outcome of carpal tunnel syndrome with mini incision open carpal tunnel release

Author(s):  
Muhammad Saaiq
2011 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 139-142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kawee Pataradool ◽  
Pravit Kitidumrongsook ◽  
Adisorn Patradul

Abstract Background: Open carpal tunnel release is the gold standard treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome. However, there are complications related to the long incision. Method: We report the results from a mini-incision open carpal tunnel release with simple instruments. Results: There were no complications in our small series, improvement of scores was shown at four-week follow-up, and cosmetic results were satisfactory. Conclusions: Mini-incision carpal tunnel release is one option to treat carpal tunnel syndrome.


2006 ◽  
Vol 31 (6) ◽  
pp. 608-610 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. M AL-QATTAN

During open carpal tunnel release in patients with severe idiopathic carpal tunnel syndrome, an area of constriction in the substance of the median nerve is frequently noted. In a prospective study of 30 patients, the central point of the constricted part of the nerve was determined intraoperatively and found to be, on average, 2.5 (range 2.2–2.8) cm from the distal wrist crease. This point always corresponded to the location of the hook of the hamate bone. These intraoperative findings were compared with the “narrowest” point of the carpal canal as determined by anatomical and radiological studies in the literature.


Hand Surgery ◽  
2004 ◽  
Vol 09 (02) ◽  
pp. 235-239 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lam Chuan Teoh ◽  
Puay Ling Tan

Recurrent carpal tunnel syndrome from various causes has been shown to occur in up to 19% of patients. Endoscopic carpal tunnel release has been used to decompress the median nerve in carpal tunnel syndrome for many years. However, endoscopic release for recurrent carpal tunnel syndrome after previous surgical release has not been reported. Nine hands in six patients had recurrent carpal tunnel syndrome five to 20 years after previous open carpal tunnel release. All the cases were successfully treated with endoscopic release.


Hand Surgery ◽  
2002 ◽  
Vol 07 (02) ◽  
pp. 299-303 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kenji Yamauchi

Herein is described a haemodialysis patient with bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome suffering from recurrence unilaterally after undergoing numerous surgeries of varying methods. On the left side, she received carpal tunnel release via open method in our clinic, and has not suffered from recurrence in eight years. On the right side, she received endoscopic carpal tunnel release twice in seven years, and subsequently underwent open carpal tunnel release in our clinic for recurrence. For carpal tunnel syndrome in haemodialysis patients, we recommend open surgery rather than endoscopic surgery.


2018 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 21-27
Author(s):  
Paulo Henrique Pires De Aguiar ◽  
Carlos Alexandre Martins Zicarelli ◽  
Fabio V. C. Sparapani ◽  
Pedro Augusto De Santana Jr ◽  
Alexandros Theodoros Panagoupolos ◽  
...  

Introduction: Median nerve compression is the most common nerve entrapment syndrome. After carpal tunnel release, patients often complain about the scar cosmetic appearance. Objective: The aim of our study was to evaluate the clinical outcome, surgical technique and complications of mini-open carpal release. Methods: We reviewed data from 48 surgical procedures for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in 32 patients at the Pinheiros Neurologicaland Neurosurgical Clinic in the period of 2000 and 2008. The mean age was 49 years-old. We used a 2 cm incision and microscopic technique to obtain meticulous access of the palmar hand anatomy with special attention to both the recurrent motor branch and palmar cutaneous nerve. Results: Twenty-two patients had total resolution of symptoms. Two patients had no change of neurological symptoms. During the follow up no infection or neurological deficits were observed. Conclusion: Mini-open is a safe and effective approach for carpal tunnel syndrome release. However detailed palmar hand anatomy is mandatory to prevent lesion of branching palmar nerve. The use of microscope is desirable to help identify important structures and avoid complications.


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