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What's New in Hand Surgery 2024, part 1

The Upper Hand: Chuck & Chris Talk Hand Surgery

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Exploring Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Its Systemic Connections

This chapter discusses the potential links between carpal tunnel syndrome and systemic medical issues like amyloidosis, referencing studies on biopsies and screening for amyloidosis in certain patient populations. It also covers findings related to undiagnosed diabetes in patients undergoing carpal tunnel or cubital tunnel surgery and delves into the implications on patient care. The conversation extends to a detailed discussion on surgical procedures, muscle adaptations, and challenges faced in diagnosing atypical carpal tunnel cases.

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