Bilateral Carpal and Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome in The Same Patient: A Case Report
Journal Title: Journal of Neurological Sciences-Turkish - Year 2008, Vol 25, Issue 2
Abstract
We report, an unique case with co-existing bilateral severe tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS) and bilateral severe carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), which were diagnosed by clinical examination and electrophysiological studies. Compression neuropathy, especially when bilateral or multiple may be secondary to a systemic disease. To date, bilateral carpal and tarsal tunnel syndromes in the same patient have been reported only a few cases in the literature.
Authors and Affiliations
Yurdal SERARSLAN, Aydiner KALACI, Gokhan AKDEMIR, Ahmet YANAT
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