Introductıon: : We aimed to investigate whether the median nerve cross-sectional area (MNCSA) is affected in obstetricians due to occupational reasons
Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 93 participants were included. The median nerve cross-sectional area was measured by high-resolution ultrasonography, and clinical symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome were questioned.
Results: The measurements of MNCSA for the right hand were higher in ≥ 8 years of working experience than in < 8 years of working experience (11mm2 vs. 8 mm2, p<0.001). A significant positive moderate correlation was also between right MNCSA and working experience and daily ultrasonography practice (r=0.557; p<0.001, r=0.561; p<0.001, respectively).
Conclusion: This study showed that increased MNCSA was associated with obstetricians’ working experience and daily ultrasonography practice. Considering the prevalence of carpal tunnel syndrome in specific occupational groups, MNCSA measurement by ultrasound may contribute to early diagnosis and convenient selection for further diagnostic tests.
Carpal tunnel syndrome Median nerve cross- sectional area Obstetricians Ultrasonography
Birincil Dil | İngilizce |
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Konular | Geleneksel, Tamamlayıcı ve Bütünleştirici Tıp (Diğer) |
Bölüm | Research Articles |
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Yayımlanma Tarihi | 29 Mart 2024 |
Gönderilme Tarihi | 15 Ocak 2024 |
Kabul Tarihi | 11 Mart 2024 |
Yayımlandığı Sayı | Yıl 2024 Cilt: 3 Sayı: 1 |