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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery

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During endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery , the transverse carpal ligament is cut. This releases pressure on the median nerve, relieving carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms. The small incisions in the palm are closed with stitches. The gap where the ligament was cut will eventually fill with scar tissue.

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This video describes endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery. It explains that the transverse carpal ligament is cut to release pressure on the median nerve, the small palm incisions are closed with stitches, and the gap where the ligament was cut later fills with scar tissue.

Key points

  • Describes endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery
  • Explains cutting of the transverse carpal ligament to relieve median nerve pressure
  • Covers closure of the small palm incisions with stitches
  • Notes that the ligament gap fills with scar tissue

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This video presents “Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery” — During endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery , the transverse carpal ligament is cut. This releases pressure on the median nerve, relieving carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms. The small incisions in the palm are closed with stitches. The. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.

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