Observational studyJournal of clinical ultrasound : JCU2025
Ultrasound Characteristics of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in the Spanish Population.
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- Ultrasound-Guided Percutaneous Needle Electrolysis Versus Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
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Abstract
objectivesThe aim of this study was to determine the cross-sectional area (CSA) (cm METHODOLOGY: An observational, cross-sectional, prospective, descriptive study was conducted among 79 patients diagnosed with CTS. The CSA of the median nerve was measured at the carpal tunnel inlet (CTI) and outlet (CTO) by ultrasound examination. In addition, qualitative variables such as hyperechoic enhancement, thickening, and loss of ultrasound pattern of the median nerve were measured. The images were analyzed using Image J software.
resultsThe sample comprised 73.4% women and 26.6% men. In 68.4% of the cases, the dominant hand was involved. Professional cleaners and domestic staff were the most affected (22.8%). The CSA of the median nerve in patients with CTS was 0.16 cm
conclusionThe median nerve CSA has a homogeneous value at the CTI and CTO in the Spanish population with CTS. These values show differences in terms of patient age and sex. The alteration in the ultrasound pattern of the nerve and the presence of hyperechoic reinforcement are the most frequent qualitative findings.
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