Compression neuropathies are frequently encountered. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a very common clinical entity. Refractory cases require surgical release with quite long incision. Endoscopic release has advantages of small incision, but not available at all places and not popular. I have developed CTS release with very small incision of about 1.5-2 cm only.

Total 32 patients in prospective study included for this in last five years. Comparison was done in Group A i.e. conventional large incision 6-8 cm and Group B i.e. small incision 1.5-2 cm. Patients were followed up to 9-12 months or so.

Keywords: Carpal tunnel syndrome, median nerve compression, small incision.

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Dr Sumit Singhal MS, MCh (Plastic Surg)

Associate Professor, Deptt. of Surgery, Pacific Institute of Medical Sciences, Umarda, Udaipur 313001 Raj.