Is there a familial carpal tunnel syndrome? An evaluation and literature review

J. G. Gossett; P. F. Chance

doi:10.1002/(sici)1097-4598(199811)21:11<1533::aid-mus25>3.0.co;2-%23

Is there a familial carpal tunnel syndrome? An evaluation and literature review

J. G. Gossett, P. F. Chance^*

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We review the reports of families proposed to have the familial carpal tunnel syndrome (FCTS). The demographic features of sporadic carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) differ from FCTS, where an earlier onset and increased bilateral involvement is seen. We also identify seven new potential FCTS pedigrees on the basis of their having four or more members with symptoms suggesting CTS. In all but two pedigrees an explanation other than FCTS was found. We conclude that the FCTS is a rare, but genetically distinct disorder.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	1533-1536
Number of pages	4
Journal	Muscle and Nerve
Volume	21
Issue number	11
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1002/(sici)1097-4598(199811)21:11<1533::aid-mus25>3.0.co;2-%23
State	Published - Jan 1 1998

Keywords

Familial amyloidosis
Familial carpal tunnel syndrome
Hereditary neuropathy with liability to pressure palsies
Inherited neuropathy

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Physiology
Clinical Neurology
Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
Physiology (medical)

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