Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Meralgia Paresthetica in Pregnancy

Conclusions and Relevance Neuropathies are common in pregnancy and can result in significant impairment. Accurate diagnosis is possible during pregnancy and can usually be accomplished with bedside neurologic tests. Treatment options can be safely considered during pregnancy and can result in symptomatic improvement and reduction in chronic symptoms. Target Audience Obstetricians and gynecologists, family physician Learning Objectives After completing this activity, the learner should be better able to describe the clinical features and diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome; explain treatment options for carpal tunnel syndrome in pregnancy; and identify risk factors and how to diagnose meralgia paresthetica.
Source: Obstetrical and Gynecological Survey - Category: OBGYN Tags: CME ARTICLES Source Type: research