1. [MEDIAN NERVE COMPRESSION BY LIPOMA CAN MIMIC CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME].
- Author
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Khoury A, Gannot G, and Oron A
- Subjects
- Humans, Median Nerve pathology, Median Nerve surgery, Upper Extremity pathology, Physical Examination adverse effects, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome diagnosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome etiology, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome pathology, Lipoma complications, Lipoma diagnosis, Lipoma pathology
- Abstract
Introduction: Lipoma of the nerve is an uncommon tumor, and usually has the highest incidence in the upper limb, especially in the median nerve. When the lesion is large it can cause peripheral neuropathy such as carpal tunnel syndrome. Therefore, a physical examination is paramount for correct surgery and patient preparation. In this article we present a case that was mainly diagnosed by a complete physical examination, which led to the selection of appropriate surgery for the patient.
- Published
- 2022