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Median Nerve Compression by the Ligament of Struthers: Clinical Image

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: In case of weakness of finger flexors and/or persistence of symptoms after carpal tunnel release, a more proximal compression site of the median nerve should be considered. In this report we present a case of compression by a ligament of Struthers. It was detected with ultrasound, which showed a clear thickening of the nerve at the site of a bony spur on the humerus, which was confirmed with magnetic resonance imaging. Surgical decompression resulted in partial recovery of weakness. This case shows the added value of ultrasound in the detection of more proximal median nerve compression such as a ligament of Struthers.

Source: World Neurosurgery

DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2025.124003

Authors: G.C.W. de Ruiter, M. Wesstein, A. Kurvers

Institutions: Medisch Centrum Haaglanden, Stichting Haaglanden Medisch Centrum

Language: English

Topic: Peripheral Nerve Disorders

Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,943