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
Active Locations (1)
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Dept of Hand Surgery, Skåne University Hospital
Malmo, Sweden, SE 205 02