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- * Using the Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire (BCTQ), results showed that 73.1% of patients experienced complete symptom resolution, with an average follow-up of 11 years and no significant decline in scores over time.
- * Older age at surgery and current unemployment were linked to poorer outcomes, highlighting CTR's overall long-term benefits for most patients and its importance for patient well-being beyond short-term results.
Article Abstract
This study investigates the long-term efficacy of carpal tunnel release surgery (CTR) on patient outcomes. We aimed to assess symptom severity, functional limitations, and quality of life in a large cohort (n = 186) at least five years post-surgery via a retrospective cross-sectional design that evaluated participants using the validated Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire (BCTQ) over a phone interview. The BCTQ measures symptom severity, functional limitations, and quality of life specific to carpal tunnel syndrome. Seventy-three percent (73.1%) of patients reported complete resolution of symptoms and functional limitations (BCTQ = 1) with an average follow-up of 11 years. No statistically significant decline in BCTQ scores was observed over time. Univariate analysis revealed a significant association between poorer outcomes and older age at surgery and current unemployment. Carpal tunnel release surgery demonstrates long-term effectiveness in relieving symptoms and improving function in most patients. These findings contribute to the understanding of CTR's impact on patient well-being beyond short-term outcomes.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11431222 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph21091203 | DOI Listing |
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