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Imaging recommendation · Musculoskeletal

Suspected carpal tunnel syndrome

Recommended: Clinical exam + EMG/NCS; Ultrasound or MRI if atypical is an acceptable imaging study for suspected carpal tunnel syndrome. EMG is gold standard.

Recommended study

Clinical exam + EMG/NCS; Ultrasound or MRI if atypical

No contrast Acceptable Musculoskeletal Outpatient Reviewed

EMG is gold standard. Imaging for atypical features (space-occupying mass, ganglion, anomalous muscle).

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