Open AccessHypothenar fat pad flap vs conventional open release in primary carpal tunnel syndrome: A randomized controlled trial
Author(s) -
Thepparat Kanchanathepsak,
Wilarat Wairojanakul,
Thitiporn Phakdepiboon,
Sorasak Suppaphol,
Ittirat Watcharananan,
Tulyapruek Tawonsawatruk
Publication year - 2017
Publication title -
world journal of orthopedics
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.76
H-Index - 43
ISSN - 2218-5836
DOI - 10.5312/wjo.v8.i11.846
Subject(s) - medicine , carpal tunnel syndrome , median nerve , grip strength , visual analogue scale , nerve conduction velocity , carpal tunnel release , randomization , wrist , surgery , randomized controlled trial , anesthesia
To compared outcomes between the hypothenar fat pad flap (HTFPF) and conventional open carpal tunnel release (COR) in primary carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS).