Carpal tunnel syndrome natural history, complications and prognosis

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

 Overview

Recurrence of sign and symptoms after surgical or nonsurgical interventions is a possible fact. The most important complications include: Scar formation, nerve damage, vascular injuries, incomplete release of the ligament, wound infections.

Complication

Surgery may cause:

• Scar formation
• Nerve damage
• Vascular injuries
• Incomplete release of the ligament
• Wound infections

Prognosis

Mental status parameters, alcohol usage decrease the final outcome of patients after their therapy.