“…As a result, the patient becomes unable to perform the “OK” gesture with the thumb and index finger . Other causes of proximal compression of the median nerve must be eliminated, such as a pseudoaneurysm of the axillary or brachial artery, a dialysis fistula, postpuncture hematoma in an anticoagulated patient, musculotendinous trauma, anatomic variations (bone, ligament, vascular, or muscular), inadequate position during a surgical intervention, tourniquet syndrome, or a conflict with orthopedic material (Figures and ) . If the symptoms persist for greater than 6 months, despite adequate conservative treatment, surgery may be requested but unfortunately followed by limited results, usually due to frequent postoperative adhesions …”