Abstract

CABRERA VILTRES, Nelson et al. Surgical treatment of suprascapular nerve entrapment syndrome. Rev Cubana Ortop Traumatol [online]. 2005, vol.19, n.2, pp. 0-0. ISSN 1561-3100.

A quasi-experimental intervention study was performed on 14 patients suffering from suprascapular nerve entrapment syndrome, who underwent surgical treatment in "Frank País " International Scientific Orthopedic Center from November 2002 to January 2004. All the patients presented with various degrees of pain and diminished functioning and muscle strength of the affected limb. Suprascapular nerve was released from compression at suprascapular notch. Different results were achieved as to pain, functioning and muscle strength: 3 patients showed excellent results, 7 had good results and 4 only regular results according to the California University Test for functional assessment of the shoulder.

Keywords : suprascapular nerve entrapment; diagnosis,; surgical treatment.

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