Comparing Two Biopsy Methods for Carpal Tunnel Amyloidosis
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This study compares two small tissue samples taken during carpal tunnel surgery to see which method best detects a protein disease (transthyretin amyloidosis) that can affect nerves and the heart. If you have carpal tunnel syndrome and are having surgery, this research may help doctors diagnose related heart or nerve problems earlier.
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Who can take part
- You are an adult with health insurance
- You have been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome and had nerve testing (EMG) to confirm it
- Your doctor has decided you need carpal tunnel surgery
- You have at least one risk factor: carpal tunnel in both hands, heart failure, irregular heartbeat, or you are elderly
- You are able to give informed consent and are not under legal guardianship
- Your surgery can be done using a minimally invasive method (not open surgery)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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