Guyon’s Canal Release and Carpal Tunnel Release - Extended (Feat. Dr. Mackinnon)

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Guyon’s Canal Release and Carpal Tunnel Release - Extended
Authors: Mackinnon SE1, Yee A1
Published: February 3, 2011

AUTHOR INFORMATION
1 Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri

DISCLOSURE
No authors have a financial interest in any of the products, devices, or drugs mentioned in this production or publication.

ABSTRACT
The ulnar nerve is decompressed in the wrist through Guyon’s canal and in the hand, specifically the deep motor branch of the ulnar nerve. This deep motor branch is released by dividing the tendious arch of the hypothenar muscles. In addition, a carpal tunnel release is performed by transecting the transverse carpal ligament.