Abstract:Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common entrapment syndrome of a peripheral nerve. The gold standard treatment is open carpal tunnel release which has a high success rate, a low complication rate, and predictable postoperative results. However, it has not been analysed yet if there is a seasonal influence on complications for carpal tunnel release, a highly elective procedure. In this retrospective study, we determine whether there is a seasonal impact on surgical site infections (SSI) and wound healing diso… Show more
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