Background: The ulnar nerve has a long and complex anatomical course, originating from the brachial neural plexus in the neck with nerve trunk formation at the posterior neck triangle, and on to the axilla. This intricate anatomical pathway renders the nerve susceptible to compression, direct injury, and traction throughout its course. Compression of the ulnar nerve is the second most common compression neuropathy of the median nerve adjacent to the wrist joint, after carpal tunnel syndrome.

Case Presentation: A 45-year-old Sudanese housewife complained of progressive right forearm and hand muscle wasting, pain, and neuropathic symptoms. She was diagnosed with right-sided cubital tunnel syndrome. The diagnosis was derived intraoperatively from a nerve conduction study suggesting the level of conduction block and recommending decompression. Magnetic resonance imaging was not done preoperatively due to financial limitations. An epineural ganglion (15 × 20 mm) compressing and flattening the ulnar nerve was diagnosed intraoperatively. Surgical decompression of the ulnar nerve and removal of the epineural ganglion achieved a remarkable postoperative result and pleasing outcome.

Conclusion: Surgical management is the cornerstone of treatment for compressive neuropathy and ranges from simple nerve decompression to complex neurolysis procedures and nerve transposition to adjust the anatomical course of the nerve.

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