Ultrasonography of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Clinical Significance and Limitations in Elderly Patients

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Authors

Takako Miwa · Miwa Internal Medicine Clinic

Hideto Miwa · Wakayama Medical University

Abstract

Although the median nerve CSA is a useful diagnostic measurement for CTS, it should be emphasized that its diagnostic significance might be limited in aged patients. In particular, in very elderly patients, careful evaluation of CTS severity is necessary.

Topics & Keywords

Peripheral Nerve Disorders Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Nerve Injury and Rehabilitation

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Internal Medicine

Volume 50, Issue 19, pp. 2157-2161

DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.50.5771

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