Meralgia paresthetica is commonly caused by a focal entrapment of lateral femoral cuteneous nerve while it passes the inguinal ligament. Common symptoms are paresthesias and numbness of the upper lateral thigh area. Pregnancy, tight cloths, obesity, position of surgery and the tumor in the retroperitoneal space could be causes of meralgia paresthetica. A 29-year-old female patient underwent an emergency cesarean section under spinal anesthesia without any problems. But two days after surgery, the patient complained numbness and paresthesia in anterolateral thigh area. Various neurological examinations and L-spine MRI images were all normal, but the symptoms persisted for a few days. Then, electromyogram and nerve conduction velocity test of the trunk and both legs were performed. Test results showed left lateral cutaneous nerve injury and meralgia paresthetica was diagnosed. Conservative treatment was implemented and the patient was free of symptoms after 1 month follow-up.
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- Meralgia paresthetica (MP) is a common condition that causes tingling and discomfort in the front and outer thigh, and it can be diagnosed using tests like the pelvic compression test, neurodynamic testing, and Tinel's sign.
- A study was conducted with 30 patients who had MP to evaluate the accuracy of these diagnostic tests over a 6-month period.
- The results showed high sensitivity and specificity for all three tests, confirming that they are effective tools for diagnosing MP, especially when other potential conditions are being considered.
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