title: Newer techniques of carpal tunnel release.
abstract: In this article, after a brief account of the history and evolution of endoscopic carpal tunnel release, limited incision techniques, and an overview of the relevant anatomy, the authors describe various methods and instrumentation. The results, complications, and contraindications are noted. Subsequent discussion of the objections to and the special requirements of new techniques leads to judgement on the choice of methods by the authors.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopedics, North Shore Surgi-Center, Smithtown, New York, USA.
authors.forename: M A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Mirza
authors.forename: E T
authors.initials: ET
authors.lastname: King
mesh_terms: D002349:Carpal Tunnel Syndrome / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D000075202:Contraindications; D019723:Endoscopes; D004724:Endoscopy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D018579:Patient Selection; D013525:Surgical Instruments / Q000191:economics; D016896:Treatment Outcome