Trends in Open vs. Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release: A Comprehensive Survey in Japan. [PDF]
J Clin Med, 2022 We analyzed trends in open and endoscopic carpal tunnel release (CTR) from 2014 to 2019 using the National Database of Health Insurance Claims and Specific Health Checkups in Japan (NDB). Japan has a universal health insurance system and more than 95% of
Yamamoto M, Curley J, Hirata H.
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Intraoperative Cost Comparison of Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release With WALANT Versus MAC Anesthesia. [PDF]
Hand (N Y)Background: The cost of endoscopic carpal tunnel release (ECTR) has historically been shown to be significantly higher than the cost of open carpal tunnel release (OCTR).
Godfrey JM +4 more
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Open versus Single- or Dual-Portal Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. [PDF]
Hand (N Y), 2023 Background: Compared to the traditional open carpal tunnel release (OCTR), the additional safety and efficacy benefits of endoscopic carpal tunnel release (ECTR) remains unclear.
Koong DP +5 more
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Revision Carpal Tunnel Release Following Endoscopic Compared With Open Decompression [PDF]
JAMA Network OpenKey Points Question Does the incidence of revision carpal tunnel release (CTR) vary in association with index CTR technique? Findings In this cohort study of 134 851 wrists from 103 455 patients undergoing CTR in the Veterans Health Administration ...
Peter C. Ferrin +5 more
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Endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery: a case study in Vietnam [PDF]
Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research, 2019 Background This study aims at investigating the outcome and electrophysiologic recovery of 150 carpal tunnel syndrome hands after single-portal endoscopic surgery.
Dung Tran Trung +8 more
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Clinical Outcomes Following Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release With the Arthrex NanoScopic Release System—A Single Surgeon Experience [PDF]
Journal of Hand Surgery Global OnlinePurpose: Endoscopic carpal tunnel release (ECTR) is a minimally invasive alternative to open release, offering faster recovery and reduced postoperative discomfort.
Sina Ramtin, MD, Asif M. Ilyas, MD, MBA
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Ultrasound-Assisted Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release [PDF]
Arthroscopy Techniques, 2016 Various surgical procedures for carpal tunnel syndrome exist, such as open release, ultrasound-guided percutaneous release, and endoscopic release. Postoperative pain, scarring, and slow recovery to normal function are reported complications of open ...
Hiroshi Ohuchi, M.D., Ph.D. +4 more
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Supraretinacular endoscopic carpal tunnel release: A safe alternative method for treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome [PDF]
Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2021 Purpose: Supraretinacular endoscopic carpal tunnel release (SRECTR) is a technique in which an endoscope is inserted superficial to the flexor retinaculum through a subcutaneous tunnel. The benefits of this method include a clear view for the surgeon and
Kotaro Sato +4 more
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Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release using a modified application technique of local anesthesia: safety and effectiveness [PDF]
Journal of Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Injury, 2008 Background Local anesthesia is widely used for open carpal tunnel release. However, injection of local anesthesia as described by Altissimi and Mancini (1988) can interfere with endoscopic carpal tunnel release, by increasing the bulk of synovial layers ...
Al-Khayat Jehad +3 more
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Opioid Use following Open versus Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release: A Population Study [PDF]
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Global Open, 2021 Background:. Open (OCTR) and endoscopic carpal tunnel release (ECTR) are both effective treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome, with similar outcomes and complication rates.
Jacquelyn A. Withers, MD +4 more
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