The aim of this study is to extend a previously reported 1 year follow-up on carpal tunnel release, in matched diabetic and non-diabetic patients,to compare outcomes 5 years after surgery.
The Follow-up investigation includes: 1. Clinical examination of sensory and motor function 2. Generic and disease specific self-administered questionnaires 3. Nerve conduction study 4. Vibration threshold testing
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
66
Dept of Hand Surgery, Skåne University Hospital
Malmo, Sweden
Patient self-reported outcome questionnaire
Measured by 1). Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire regarding carpal tunnel symptoms and disability. 2). Medical Outcomes Study 36-Item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-36) registering health-related quality of life. 3). Cold intolerance on a CISS score
Time frame: 5 years after carpal tunnel release
Nerve conduction study and vibrotactile sense
Change in Median nerve function by measuring Distal motor latency and antidromic sensory conduction velocity over the carpal tunnel segment. Evaluate development of peripheral neuropathy by measure of sural nerve sensory conduction velocity, sural nerve amplitude and peroneal nerve motor conduction velocity. Vibrotactile sense of the hand measured at 7 difference frequences from 5 - 500 Hz.
Time frame: 5 years after carpal tunnels release
This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.