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Screening of Axonal Degeneration in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Using Ultrasonography and Nerve Conduction Studies
Published on: January 11, 2019
Unmasking Carpal Tunnel Syndrome by High-Resolution Ultrasonography in Misdiagnosed Pure Neuritic Leprosy: A Case
Kalyan Dalave1, Priyanka Patil1, Tamanna Raman1
1Dermatology, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune, IND.
Abstract:
We present a case of a woman in her 70s who was initially diagnosed with pure neuritic leprosy due to bilateral hand numbness and tingling with associated muscle weakness. However, after undergoing high-resolution ultrasonography (HRUS), it was found that she had bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). This case highlights the importance of considering other possible causes of peripheral neuropathy, such as CTS, in patients with suspected Hansen's disease. It also establishes the role of HRUS in the prompt diagnosis of CTS. Appropriate treatment of CTS can prevent unnecessary and potentially harmful treatment for Hansen's disease.

