2016年6月22日 · The indications for ECTR are the same as for an open carpal tunnel release (CTR). The patient should have the appropriate symptoms and signs of carpal tunnel syndrome and should have failed a trial of conservative treatment with …

Endoscopic carpal tunnel release (ECTR) refers to a method of performing carpal tunnel surgery using an endoscope or an arthroscopic device to provide visualization of the anatomic structures.

Results of Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release Relative to Surgeon Experience With the Agee Technique” Beck JD, Deegan JH, Rhoades D, Klena JC. Journal of Hand Surgery, 2011; 36A:61–64

Designed exclusively for transecting the transverse carpal ligament of the carpal tunnel. Aluminum, pistol-grip handpiece — blade assembly can be rotated for right- or left-hand surgery and locks the blade in any position along the rotation axis. Featuring a Low Profile Disposable Blade Assembly.

2011年1月1日 · To establish the rate of iatrogenic injury after endoscopic carpal tunnel release (ECTR) for a surgeon in the first 2 years of practice; to report the rate of conversion from ECTR to open carpal tunnel release (OCTR), the reason for conversion, and any increase in morbidity found in patients converted to OCTR; and to determine whether the ...

Dr. John Agee invented the single-portal ECTR device and procedure to help a patient who required the use of Canadian crutches to ambulate, making OCTR an undesirable treatment option.

SmartRelease ECTR is a minimally invasive endoscopic surgical approach to relieve symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, with indications for Carpal and Cubital Tunnel Release, Trigger Finger Release, Plantar Fascia Release, and Gastrocnemius Recession.

The MicroAire® SmartRelease™ Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release System (ECTR) is comprised of an endoscope and a handpiece that holds a disposable blade assembly. The ECTR attaches to any standard video camera and light source used in …

2017年8月4日 · Currently, there are three main distinct types of ECTR techniques performed (Table 13.2). The most commonly performed technique is the single proximal portal technique, first described by Agee in 1992 .

Two techniques are commonly used for ECTR: the single‐portal technique as described by Agee (Agee 1992; Agee 1994) and the two‐portal technique described by Chow (Chow 1989; Chow 1993). Since the introduction of ECTR various types of new incisions for OCTR have been introduced which further try to reduce surgical trauma and hence recovery ...