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Is ulnar neuropathy the same diagnosis as cubital tunnel syndrome?

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Dr. Raymond Raven answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Possibly: If ulnar neuropathy is secondary to nerve entrapment at the elbow, then the term used to describe the condition is "cubical tunnel syndrome"

Answered 3/12/2017

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Yes!: Common and usually temporary. If bad, surgery may be needed!

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/30/2018

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