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[Bilateral open carpal tunnel release. Satisfaction assessment]
M Francisca Vázquez Alonso1, Javier Briseño Pérez, Rafael Cano Rebolledo
1Hospital de Traumatología y Ortopedia del IMSS Lomas Verdes, México. frantzcestyo@aol.com
Acta Ortopedica Mexicana
|May 13, 2009
Summary
Simultaneous open carpal tunnel release surgery offers high patient satisfaction and functional recovery. This procedure effectively addresses carpal tunnel syndrome when conservative treatments fail, with most patients willing to undergo it again.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Hand Surgery
- Neurosurgery
Context:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) often requires surgical intervention when conservative measures are insufficient.
- Bilateral carpal tunnel release involves surgically decompressing the median nerve in both wrists simultaneously.
- Open carpal tunnel release is a conventional surgical approach for CTS.
Purpose:
- To evaluate patient satisfaction and functional outcomes after bilateral open carpal tunnel release.
- To assess the efficacy of simultaneous bilateral carpal tunnel decompression.
- To determine the impact on daily living activities and return to work.
Summary:
- This study assessed 21 patients undergoing simultaneous bilateral open carpal tunnel release.
- High satisfaction rates (71% excellent, 10% good) were reported.
- Mean return to work was 40.3 days, with 90% willing to have the surgery again.
Impact:
- Simultaneous bilateral carpal tunnel release is an effective treatment option for CTS.
- The procedure leads to high patient satisfaction and improved function.
- It potentially reduces overall recovery time and disability compared to staged procedures.
