Introduction Gas stations present several workplace hazards of physical, chemical, ergonomic, biological and psychosocial nature. Repetitive movements, lifting heavy items and poor posture are among the ergonomic hazards, which can lead to various pathologies in the short and long term. Musculoskeletal disorders are one of the most common work-related diseases, contributing to loss of quality of life and decrease labor productivity. Clinical Case Report The authors describe the case of a 54-year-old female worker, a gas station operator, who developed pain and paresthesia in her right hand. She was observed in Occupational Health medical exam and the diagnostic hypothesis of carpal tunnel syndrome was proposed. After the orthopedic examination, the diagnosis was confirmed with surgery indication, which occurred without complications. Upon returning to work, the occupational disease was participated, being recognized afterwards because the linkage between her pathology and professional activity was confirmed. Discussion/Conclusion With this article we intend to alert to the need of notifying occupational diseases whenever there is an association between the activity and the pathology presented, as well as to emphasize the multiplicity of risk factors existing in gas stations, being essential the implementation of surveillance programs to promote workers’ health. KEYWORDS: Carpal tunnel syndrome, Musculoskeletal diseases, Filling station, Occupational health, Occupational disease.
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