The Journal of hand surgery
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Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical Trial
Mini-open blind procedure versus limited open technique for carpal tunnel release: a 30-month follow-up study.
To evaluate prospectively the safety and effectiveness of a mini-open blind technique for carpal tunnel release (group A) when compared with a limited open technique (group B). ⋯ The blind mini-invasive technique has been shown to be as safe as traditional techniques but the recovery period is significantly shortened. With the technique we described a low recurrence rate was observed. All patients in group A reported great reduction in preoperative pain and numbness.