Nerve Entrapment in Diabetic Patients

Skane University Hospital67 enrolled

Overview

The aim of this study is in a prospective, consecutive series of diabetic patients with carpal tunnel syndrome, who are then age and gender matched with non-diabetic patients having idiopathic carpal tunnel syndrome to compare the clinical results after carpal tunnel release.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

Conditions

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Entrapment Neuropathies Nerve Compression Syndromes Diabetes Complications

Interventions

Outcome after carpal tunnel releasePROCEDURE

Follow the outcome after standard carpal tunnel release in diabetic and non-diabetic patients

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 YearsMax age: 80 Years

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis was based on clinical history and symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome * Confirmed by nerve conduction studies. Exclusion Criteria: * Other focal nerve entrapments * Cervical radiculopathy * Inflammatory joint disease * Renal failure * Thyroid disorders * Previous wrist fracture * Long-term exposure to vibrating tools.

Locations (1)

Dept. of Hand Surgery, Malmo University Hospital

Malmo, Sweden

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Sensory function (Semmens-Weinstein), motor function (Abductor Pollicis Brevis (APB)-strength, grip strength)

Time frame: Baseline, 6 weeks, 12 weeks, 52 weeks

Secondary Outcomes

Pillar pain, cold intolerance, and patient satisfaction.

Time frame: Baseline, 6 weeks, 12 weeks, 52 weeks

Data from ClinicalTrials.gov

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