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[Familial carpal tunnel syndrome]
La Semaine Des Hopitaux : Organe Fonde Par L'Association D'Enseignement Medical Des Hopitaux De Paris
|June 1, 1978
Summary
Familial carpal tunnel syndrome, where the condition occurs in relatives, is not well-documented. This study presents two new cases of carpal tunnel syndrome with potential familial links.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Genetics
- Orthopedics
Background:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition affecting the median nerve.
- The familial incidence of CTS is not well-established in medical literature.
- Limited research exists on hereditary patterns of CTS.