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Metacarpal Small Incision for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Published on: April 5, 2024
Endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery: a case study in Vietnam
Dung Tran Trung1, Thanh Ma Ngoc2, Du Hoang Gia3
1Hanoi Medical University, No 1, Ton That Tung Street, Hanoi, 10000, Vietnam. dungtran.trung.84@bk.ru.
Single-portal endoscopic carpal tunnel release is a safe and effective treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome, showing promising outcomes and electrophysiologic recovery in patients. This surgical approach helps prevent severe symptoms like hand dysfunction.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Hand Surgery
Background:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome affects hand function and sensation.
- Median nerve compression at the wrist causes symptoms.
- Surgical intervention is often necessary for severe cases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the outcomes of single-portal endoscopic surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome.
- To assess electrophysiologic recovery after the procedure.
- To investigate the efficacy of the MicroAire system in carpal tunnel release.
Main Methods:
- 150 carpal tunnel syndrome hands underwent single-portal endoscopic surgery.
- Inclusion criteria: median nerve cross-sectional area of 13-15 mm² or abnormal EMG.
- The transverse carpal ligament was released endoscopically.
Main Results:
- Single-portal endoscopic release demonstrated safety and efficacy.
- Encouraging outcomes were observed in the study cohort.
- Electrophysiologic recovery was noted post-surgery.
Conclusions:
- Endoscopic carpal tunnel release using the MicroAire system is a safe and effective treatment.
- The procedure leads to positive patient outcomes and nerve recovery.
- This surgical method is a viable option for managing carpal tunnel syndrome.
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