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Open Vs Endoscopic Technique for Carpal Tunnel Release: A Meta-Analysis

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April 2024

Open Vs Endoscopic Technique for Carpal Tunnel Release: A Meta-Analysis

Vol: 306| Issue: 4| Number:29| ISSN#: 2564-2537
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1

Open versus Single- or Dual-Portal Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Hand (N Y) . 2023 Sep;18(6):978-986.

Contributing Authors:
DP Koong VVG An H Nandapalan RD Lawson DJ Graham BS Sivakumar

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Synopsis

23 randomized controlled trials (2284 patients) comparing open versus endoscopic techniques for carpal tunnel release in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis. A subgroup analysis was also conducted on single- versus dual-portal endoscopic treatment. The primary outcomes of interest included complication and reoperation rates. Secondary outc...

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