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. 2024 Nov 13;17(1):100173.
doi: 10.1016/j.jham.2024.100173. eCollection 2025 Jan.

Ultrasound imaging: Enhancing the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome

Depraetere Lander  1 , Hans Lowyck  2 , Arne Decramer  2   1 , Bert Vanmierlo  2   3
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Ultrasound imaging: Enhancing the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome

Depraetere Lander et al. J Hand Microsurg. .

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Abstract

Broader adoption of ultrasound (US) imaging in carpal tunnel syndrome management enhances patient care and outcome. This case underscores the importance in diagnosing carpal tunnel syndrome, highlighting its capability to uncover hidden anomalies and assist in surgical planning.

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The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper.

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