Nerve Entrapment in Diabetic Patients

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.

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Key information

Conditions

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Behavior Cumulative Trauma Disorders Diabetes Complications Diabetes Mellitus Endocrine System Diseases Entrapment Neuropathies Glucose Metabolism Disorders Health Behavior Median Neuropathy Metabolic Diseases Mononeuropathies Nerve Compression Syndromes Nervous System Diseases Neuromuscular Diseases Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases Patient Satisfaction Peripheral Nervous System Diseases Sprains and Strains Treatment Adherence and Compliance Wounds and Injuries

Age range

18 year–80 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Dept. of Hand Surgery, Malmo University Hospital

Malmö, 205 02, Sweden

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

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.

Treatment and study plan

Outcome after carpal tunnel release

Procedure

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

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

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Skane University Hospital

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Clinical Outcomes of Surgical Release Among Diabetic Patients With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. A Prospective Study With Matched Controls

Important dates

Study start: 2003
Study completion: 2008
First posted: Oct 20, 2008
Registry last updated: Oct 20, 2008

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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