Cubital Tunnel-In-situ Releases

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Video Summary

The video discusses the topic of complications in the treatment of cubital tunnel syndrome. The traditional approach involves a large incision and has an 80% success rate. However, there is a growing interest in in situ release, where the compressed areas of the ulnar nerve are decompressed without moving the nerve from its original position. Some studies suggest that in situ release may have advantages such as preserving blood supply to the nerve and avoiding other potential problems. Several comparison studies have shown similar outcomes between different treatment approaches, with the needle tipping towards simpler interventions with lower complication rates. The speaker shares their own experience with successful in situ releases using minimally invasive techniques. Associated procedures such as medial epicondylar release, lateral releases, and carpal tunnel release are sometimes performed in combination. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the importance of evaluating flexion and considering supplemental strategies in the treatment of cubital tunnel syndrome.

Keywords

complications

treatment

cubital tunnel syndrome

in situ release

minimally invasive techniques