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Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Book chapter

Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release

John R. Craw and Patrick Owens
Operative Dictations in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, pp.493-494
Springer International Publishing
2016-12-31

Abstract

Antebrachial fascia Carpal canal Carpal tunnel syndrome Endoscopy Hook of hamate Median nerve Transverse carpal ligament
This chapter details essential steps of endoscopic carpal tunnel release. The space between the synovium and the transverse carpal ligament is entered with dilators; the endoscope is inserted into the carpal canal, and the ligament and the antebrachial fascia are transected completely to the level of the skin incision. Indications, essential steps, postoperative care, possible complications, operative dictation, and references are included.

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