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'''Wartenberg Syndrome'', also known as watch strap or handcuff neuropathy, is a condition where the [[Superficial Radial Nerve|superficial radial nerve]] is entrapped at the distal forearm. | '''Wartenberg Syndrome'', also known as watch strap or handcuff neuropathy, is a condition where the [[Superficial Radial Nerve|superficial radial nerve]] is entrapped at the distal forearm. | ||
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[[Category:Peripheral Nerve Entrapments]] | [[Category:Peripheral Nerve Entrapments]] | ||
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Revision as of 19:36, 23 April 2022
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| Pathophysiology | Entrapment of the superficial radial nerve at the distal forearm |
| Clinical Features | Pain and paraesthesia around the distal radial forearm and dorsal radial hand |
This article is a stub.
'Wartenberg Syndrome, also known as watch strap or handcuff neuropathy, is a condition where the superficial radial nerve is entrapped at the distal forearm.
Pathophysiology
The superficial radial nerve is entraped in the subcutaneous tissue as it exits between the brachioradialis and extensor carpi radialis longus tendons.
Aetiology
Other than entrapment from handcuffs or watch straps, it can be caused be a tight cast or post-operative scarring.
Clinical Features
It causes pain and paraesthesia around the distal radial forearm and dorsal radial hand.
Literature Review
Literature Review
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- Articles from all years: PubMed search, Google Scholar search.
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- Other Wikis: Radiopaedia, Wikipedia Search, Wikipedia I Feel Lucky, Orthobullets,
