The diagnosis and treatment of cubital tunnel syndrome

被引：3
作者：
Husain, Sohail N. [1 ]
Kaufmann, Robert A. [2 ]
机构：
[1] Hand & Upper Extrem, Atlanta, GA 30342 USA
[2] Univ Pittsburgh, Dept Orthopaed Surg, Hand & Upper Extrem Surg, Kaufmann Med Bldg,Suite 911,3471 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 USA
来源：
CURRENT ORTHOPAEDIC PRACTICE | 2008年 / 19卷 / 05期
关键词：
cubital tunnel syndrome; nerve compression; ulnar nerve;
D O I：
10.1097/BCO.0b013e3283021450
中图分类号：
R826.8 [整形外科学]; R782.2 [口腔颌面部整形外科学]; R726.2 [小儿整形外科学]; R62 [整形外科学（修复外科学）];
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摘要：
Purpose of review Cubital tunnel syndrome is a commonly encountered compressive neuropathy of the upper extremity. Upon failure of conservative treatment, many patients may require surgical intervention. This article reviews recent studies on the evaluation and treatment of cubital tunnel syndrome. Recent findings Randomized trials have not shown a benefit to ulnar nerve transposition when compared with simple decompression in the short to mid-term follow-up periods. Summary The optimal method for cubital tunnel syndrome treatment is still unclear. Recently, there has been an increased interest in less invasive procedures. Adequately powered randomized studies with longer follow-up are required to develop more stringent treatment guidelines.
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页码：470 / 474
页数：5
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