Status:
RECRUITING
Evaluation by Clinical and Hand Ultrasound in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Lead Sponsor:
University of Sao Paulo General Hospital
Conditions:
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Brief Summary
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a common condition where pressure on the median nerve in the wrist causes pain, numbness, and weakness in the hand. Surgery to release the carpal tunnel is often perfor...
Detailed Description
This is a prospective observational cohort study designed to evaluate structural and functional recovery in patients with primary carpal tunnel syndrome undergoing open carpal tunnel release. The stud...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Clinical diagnosis of primary carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), confirmed by characteristic symptoms, physical examination findings, and a cross-sectional area superior to 10 mm² in the ultrasonography baseline.
- Indication for open carpal tunnel release as part of routine clinical care.
Exclusion
- Secondary CTS due to inflammatory arthritis, prior wrist trauma, or space-occupying lesions.
- History of previous carpal tunnel release in the affected hand.
- Concomitant peripheral neuropathies (e.g., diabetic polyneuropathy) or cervical radiculopathy
- Inability to undergo ultrasound assessment
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
June 25 2025
Trial Type :
OBSERVATIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
December 31 2028
Estimated Enrollment :
106 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT07134361
Start Date
June 25 2025
End Date
December 31 2028
Last Update
August 28 2025
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Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia do Hospital das Clínicas da FMUSP
São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil, 05402-000