Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release- Operative technique for Carpal Tunnel syndrome

Dr.Vinesh Senan; Dr. Jilsa Sucheendran

Volume : VI, Issue : I, January - 2017

Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release- Operative technique for Carpal Tunnel syndrome

Dr. Vinesh Senan, Dr. Jilsa Sucheendran

Abstract :

Background: Endoscopic carpal tunnel release is a new technique of treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome. To study the advantages and disadvantages of endoscopic carpal tunnel release

Materials and methods: Endoscopic technique in 37 patients who had clinical signs and symptoms, Nerve conduction test consistent with carpal tunnel syndrome. The patients were followed up at one week , three weeks , six weeks and six months.

Results: The symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome were relieved in 36 (97 per cent) of 37 hands. Only 1 of the 35 hands were tender at 6 weeks. No patients had thickened scar at 6 months. The patient could return to work early (ten days)

Conclusion: This study shows that Indian patients with carpal tunnel syndrome get similar result but with lessr morbidity after the endoscopic technique. This technique will become more popular once more surgeons are well trained in doing this technique.