Nerve Compression

Hollie A. Power; Kristen M. Davidge; Susan E. Mackinnon

doi:10.1016/B978-0-323-65381-7.00054-X

Nerve Compression

Hollie A. Power, Kristen M. Davidge, Susan E. Mackinnon

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Abstract

Compression neuropathy of the upper extremity is common, and the incidence is increasing due to our aging population and the prevalence of obesity. These conditions can have a devastating impact on quality of life and upper extremity function. Initial symptoms often include intermittent pain and paresthesiae, and may progress to constant numbness and weakness in later stages. The clinician treating these disorders must be aware that nerve compression can occur at multiple sites and may mimic other neurological or musculoskeletal conditions. A thorough clinical assessment is essential to make an accurate diagnosis and perform the most appropriate intervention. This chapter will review the pertinent pathophysiology, anatomy, etiology, and assessment of median, ulnar, and radial nerve compression, as well as address the surgical management of common nerve compression syndromes.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Plastic Surgery - Principles and Practice
Publisher	Elsevier
Pages	842-871
Number of pages	30
ISBN (Electronic)	9780323653817
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-65381-7.00054-X
State	Published - Jan 1 2021

Keywords

Carpal tunnel syndrome
Compression neuropathy
Cubital tunnel syndrome
Guyon’s canal syndrome
Nerve compression
Posterior interosseous nerve syndrome
Pronator syndrome
Radial tunnel syndrome
Wartenberg syndrome

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