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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Associated With A Palmaris Profundus Tendon: A Case Report, Andrea B. Lese, Kristin M. Loker, Moheb S. Moneim
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Associated With A Palmaris Profundus Tendon: A Case Report, Andrea B. Lese, Kristin M. Loker, Moheb S. Moneim
UNM Orthopaedic Research Journal
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is often found in adults and may be associated with rare anatomical abnormalities in the hand, such as the presence of a palmaris profundus tendon. Although the muscle was originally thought to be a variant of the palmaris longus muscle, some case studies have described both structures during operative treatment with open carpal tunnel release. We present a case of a 51-year-old woman who underwent open carpal tunnel release to treat CTS of the right hand. Preoperatively, results of electrodiagnostic tests and clinical examinations, respectively, were normal and equivocal. Intraoperatively, a palmaris profundus tendon was found …
Workup And Treatment Of Acute Peripheral Nerve Injuries: A Review, Scott D. Evans
Workup And Treatment Of Acute Peripheral Nerve Injuries: A Review, Scott D. Evans
UNM Orthopaedic Research Journal
Peripheral nerve injury (PNI) can be a devastating and life-changing condition, normally caused from traumatic and iatrogenic events. Proper treatment of PNI remains difficult, with less than half of surgical procedures resulting in good or excellent outcomes. Subsequently, physicians should be aware of important principles that can help with management of acute PNI. I reviewed studies on PNI involving anatomy and classification schemes; workup such as electrodiagnostic tests, imaging procedures, and surgical indications; and operative treatment options (including nerve repair and use of nerve grafts and conduits, and nerve, muscle, and tendon transfers). Although treatment of these injuries continues to …