Status:

UNKNOWN

Carpal Tunnel Release in Diabetic Patients

Lead Sponsor:

Skane University Hospital

Conditions:

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Diabetes

Eligibility:

All Genders

18-80 years

Brief Summary

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.

Detailed Description

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 thr...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • diabetic and non-diabetic patients operated for carpal tunnel syndrome 5 years ago.

Exclusion

  • previous carpal tunnel release in the hand under study
  • clinical signs of nerve entrapment other than CTS
  • cervical radiculopathy, inflammatory joint disease
  • renal failure
  • thyroid disorders
  • previous wrist fracture on the affected side
  • daily long-term exposure to vibrating tools
  • pregnancy

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

November 1 2010

Trial Type :

OBSERVATIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

December 1 2011

Estimated Enrollment :

66 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT01201109

Start Date

November 1 2010

End Date

December 1 2011

Last Update

September 28 2010

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Dept of Hand Surgery, Skåne University Hospital

Malmo, Sweden, SE 205 02