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Similar success observed in endoscopic vs. open carpal release surgery treatment for CTS
April 2016
Similar success observed in endoscopic vs. open carpal release surgery treatment for CTS
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Similar effectiveness of the open versus endoscopic technique for carpal tunnel syndrome: a prospective randomized trial
Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol. 2015 Dec;25(8):1253-60Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
50 patients diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) via electromyography were randomized to receive either endoscopic or open carpal ligament release surgery as treatment. The purpose of this study was to compare the functional and electrophysiological outcomes of endoscopic surgery when compared to open surgery after a follow-up period of up to 12 months. Results demonstrated that no signific...
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