Carpal tunnel syndrome - Part I (anatomy, physiology, etiology and diagnosis),

Abstract

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is defined by compression of the median nerve in the wrist. It is the commonest of the compressive syndromes and its most frequent cause is idiopathic. Even though spontaneous regression is possible, the general rule is that the symptoms will worsen. The diagnosis is primarily clinical, from the symptoms and provocative tests. Elec-troneuromyographic examination may be recommended before the operation or in cases of occupational illnesses.

Keywords

• Sindrome do túnel do carpo/fisiopatologia
• Sindrome do túnel do carpo/etiologia
• Sindrome do túnel do carpo/diagnóstico
• Nervo mediano