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Open vs endoscopic carpal tunnel release

K E Gibbs1, W Rand, L K Ruby

  • 1New England Medical Center, Boston, Mass, USA.

Orthopedics
|December 1, 1996
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This study found no significant difference in recovery outcomes between open and single portal endoscopic carpal tunnel release. Both surgical methods for carpal tunnel syndrome showed similar results for returning to work and daily activities.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Hand Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition causing hand numbness and weakness.
  • Surgical release is a primary treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome.
  • Both open and endoscopic techniques are used for carpal tunnel release.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the clinical outcomes of open carpal tunnel release versus single portal endoscopic carpal tunnel release.
  • To evaluate patient recovery in terms of return to work, daily activities, and symptom severity.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 57 consecutive carpal tunnel release procedures performed by a single surgeon over 3 years.
  • Patients underwent either open (34) or single portal endoscopic (12) carpal tunnel release.

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  • Outcomes assessed via questionnaire, including return to work, activities of daily living, and symptom severity scale.

    • Main Results:

    • No operative complications were reported in either surgical group.
    • No statistically significant differences were observed between open and endoscopic carpal tunnel release groups.
    • Similar rates of return to work, return to activities of daily living, and symptom severity scores were found.

    Conclusions:

    • Open and single portal endoscopic carpal tunnel release demonstrate comparable clinical outcomes.
    • The choice between open and endoscopic carpal tunnel release may not significantly impact patient recovery or symptom resolution.
    • Further research could explore long-term outcomes and patient-reported satisfaction for both carpal tunnel release techniques.