Ulnar Tunnel Syndrome - Clinical Scenario

A 45-year-old male experiences numbness and tingling in his right ring and little fingers, suggesting ulnar tunnel syndrome.
Ulnar Tunnel Syndrome - Clinical Scenario

Clinical Scenario

A 65-year-old male presents with a history of progressive numbness and tingling in his right ring and little fingers. This is associated with clumsiness, dropping things, and ulnar-sided wrist pain on his right dominant hand.

Objectives:
1. Describe the clinical presentation of ulnar tunnel syndrome.
2. Clinically assess and examine the hand.
3. Provide a differential diagnosis.
4. Describe which investigations you would arrange.
5. Consent for surgical management.

Primary Contributor: Dr Suzanne Thomson, Educational Fellow.
Reviewer: Dr Kurt Lee Chircop, Educational Fellow.

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