3 Cts Cheat Sheets

I. Definition & Etiology Definition: Entrapment neuropathy of the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel at the wrist. Most common compressive neuropathy. Carpal Tunnel Anatomy: Floor & Sides: Carpal bones (scaphoid, lunate, triquetrum, pisiform, trapezium, trapezoid, capitate, hamate). Roof: Thick, unyielding transverse carpal ligament (flexor retinaculum). Contents: Median nerve and 9 flexor tendons (4 FDS, 4 FDP, 1 FPL).

29 Jul 25

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