Short-segment nerve conduction studies in the localization of ulnar neuropathy of the elbow: Use of flexor carpi ulnaris recordings
β Scribed by Y. L. Lo; T. H. Leoh; L. Q. Xu; S. Nurjannah; Y. F. Dan
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons
- Year
- 2005
- Tongue
- English
- Weight
- 106 KB
- Volume
- 31
- Category
- Article
- ISSN
- 0148-639X
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β¦ Synopsis
Abstract
Shortβsegment nerve conduction studies were performed in 17 limbs with clinical features suggestive of ulnar neuropathy at the elbow. Recording from flexor carpi ulnaris yielded 93% sensitivity, compared with 71.4% when recording from abductor digiti minimi. The rationale underlying the technique is discussed. This approach should be of value as a diagnostic adjunct in technically challenging cases of ulnar neuropathy at the elbow. Muscle Nerve, 2005
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