Anterior Interosseus to Ulnar Motor Nerve Transfers: A Canadian Perspective.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The anterior interosseus nerve (AIN) to ulnar motor nerve transfer has been popularized as an adjunct to surgical decompression in patients with severe cubital tunnel syndrome (CuTS) and high ulnar nerve injuries. The factors influencing its implementation in Canada have yet to be described.

Methods

An electronic survey was distributed to all members of the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgery (CSPS) using REDCap software. The survey examined 4 themes: previous training/experience, practice volume of nerve pathologies, experience with nerve transfers, and approach to the treatment of CuTS and high ulnar nerve injuries.

Results

A total of 49 responses were collected (12% response rate). Of all, 62% of surgeons would use an AIN to ulnar motor supercharge end-t

SUBMITTER: Chambers SB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11483773 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature