Preoperative tests before cubital tunnel decompression in 2025.
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All Authors
Wade, RG.
Bourke, G.
LTHT Author
Wade, Ryckie
Bourke, Grainne
Bourke, Grainne
LTHT Department
Trauma & Related Services
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Hand Surgery
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Hand Surgery
Non Medic
Publication Date
2026
Item Type
Journal Article
Language
Subject
MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING , ELECTRODIAGNOSIS , NERVE COMPRESSION SYNDROMES , NEUROPHYSIOLOGY
Subject Headings
Abstract
Despite the burden to patients and society, there are no diagnostic criteria for cubital tunnel syndrome. Our survey shows that 93% of surgeons order preoperative tests (mostly electrodiagnostics only, which is discordant with expert consensus). Moreover, six in 10 still operate when test results are normal. The diagnostic pathway for cubital tunnel syndrome must be standardized. Level of evidence: IV.
Journal
Journal of Hand Surgery: European Volume