title: Experience with transtrapezium approach for transverse carpal ligament release in patients with coexisted trapeziometacarpal joint osteoarthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome.
abstract: An experience with transtrapezium approach for carpal tunnel release is reported. This technique seems to be successful in cases when carpal tunnel syndrome and first carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis coexist and surgical treatment is indicated for both conditions. The transtrapezium approach to carpal tunnel release allows for complete carpal tunnel release without increasing the risk of surgical complications.
authors.affiliation: Division of Hand Surgery, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, State University of New York, University Hospital, Stony Brook, New York, USA. ysless@yahoo.com
authors.forename: Yury
authors.initials: Y
authors.lastname: Sless
authors.forename: Steven P
authors.initials: SP
authors.lastname: Sampson
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