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Carpal tunnel syndrome Surface anatomy - normal palm Surface anatomy - normal wrist Wrist anatomy

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Carpal tunnel release

Risks: Risks for any anesthesia include the following: Allergic reactions to medications Problems breathing Risks for any surgery include the following: Bleeding Infection Risks specific to carpal tunnel release include the following: Injury to the median nerve or its branches Failure of the surgery to improve symptoms Rarely, injury to another nerve or vascular structure (artery or vein) Text Continues Below

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