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The Outcomes of 2,154 Endoscopic Trigger Finger Releases
Camilla Sirtori1, Min Cheol Chang2, Michele Davide Maria Lombardo1
1Sport Hand Centre ICZ Gruppo San Donato, Monza, Italy.
Hand Surgery & Rehabilitation
|April 21, 2024
Summary
Endoscopic trigger finger release is an effective treatment for hand pain. This study of 2154 procedures showed excellent or good outcomes in most patients, with high satisfaction and few complications.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Hand Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Background:
- Trigger finger is a common cause of hand pain and disability.
- Endoscopic trigger finger release is a newer technique with limited outcome data.
- This study reports outcomes from a large single-center series.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the outcomes of endoscopic trigger finger release.
- To assess patient satisfaction and complication rates.
- To determine the efficacy of this minimally invasive approach.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 2154 endoscopic trigger finger release procedures.
- Performed on 2034 patients.
- Outcomes assessed at 90 days using patient satisfaction and pain scales.
Main Results:
- 1027 excellent, 607 good, 400 fair outcomes.
- No major surgical complications.
- Minor complications in 10.7% of cases.
Conclusions:
- Endoscopic release is effective and efficient for trigger finger treatment.
- High patient satisfaction was reported.
- The procedure demonstrates a favorable risk-benefit profile.
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