Accuracy of high-resolution ultrasound in carpal tunnel syndrome

Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate the diagnostic efficiency of high-resolution ultrasound in diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome compared to electromyography exam (EMG). Materials and methods: 36 wrists of 20 patients with EMG diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome were prospectively evaluated using high resolution ultrasound. 14 patients were female and 6 male. Control group consisted of 17 asymptomatic volunteers (34 wrists). Ultrasound exam was performed the same day right after the EMG, by a radiologist experienced in MSK ultrasound. High resolution linear transducer was used. The radiologist was b…