The surgical treatment of tunnel neuropathies
Mosiĭchuk, N.M.; Solenyĭ, V.I.; Perederko, I.G.
Zhurnal Voprosy Neirokhirurgii Imeni N. N. Burdenko 6: 37-38
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0042-8817 PMID: 2629438 Document Number: 331774
Operations were performed on 138 patients with tunnel neuropathies. Multiple microtraumas were found to be the most frequent causes of affection of the peripheral nerves. The indications for operative intervention are determined. It is most effective in sensory and mixed forms of neuropathies. The formation of a new seat from flaps of fatty tissue is important in prevention of recurrencies.