Musculoskeletal problems of the wrist and hand other diagnostic studies
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Other Diagnostic Studies
Other Diagnostic Studies
Nerve Conduction Studies
- Indicated if suspected median nerve compression
- Nerve conduction velocity (NCV) decreased in 70% of cases; high PPV, but sensitivity low
Positive Median Nerve Block/or Steroid Injection
- Can be used to confirm suspected diagnosis of CTS
- Simultaneous steroid injection is therapeutic as well as diagnostic
- Significant risk complications (nerve atrophy or necrosis): should only be performed by an expert
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