Long-Term Functional Outcomes of Open Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
Abstract
Introduction: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common entrapment neuropathy that causes compression of the median nerve. Open median nerve release surgery plays an important role, especially in patients with failed conservative management or with a diagnosis of severe CTS. The purpose of the following study is to describe the functional outcomes, satisfaction, and objective strength in the medium (6 to 24 months) and long term (greater than 24 months) with the conventional open technique in the local population. Materials and Methods: Descriptive observational study based on retrospective data of functional clinicaloutcomes in the medium and long term in patients undergoing open release surgery of the median nerve as a treatment for CTS. Functional level according to BCTQ and FSS, grip strength with an electronic dynamometer, and satisfaction were determined. Results: 100 procedures were performed between May 2012 and September 2018, with a follow-up of more than 6 months. The majority were women (83%) with a total median age of 59 years showing good to excellent outcomes in the 97% in the medium term and 90% in the long term, with a median strength of 17 kg (Interquartile range: 7.4) and satisfaction of 90 (Interquartile range: 20). Conclusions: Open surgery to release the median nerve in patients with CTS shows good to excellent functional outcomes, satisfaction, and strength in the medium and long term.Downloads
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