Carpal tunnel syndrome

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Clinical diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome. Referred for ultrasound evaluation.

Patient Data

Age: about 45 yrs
Gender: Female
ultrasound
Transverse
Longitudinal
Longitudinal
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Maximum cross sectional area of the median nerve, noted just proximal to the tunnel, is 16 mm (normal - up to 10 mm.)

No mass lesion is seen.

Case Discussion

Carpal tunnel syndrome.

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