ENTRAPMENT OF THE SUPERFICIAL BRANCH OF THE RADIAL NERVE (WARTENBERGSSYNDROME) - A REPORT OF 52 CASES

We have treated 50 patients (52 cases) of entrapment of the sensory br anch of the radial nerve in the forearm (Wartenberg syndrome) between January 1988 and July 1992. Conservative treatment achieved 71% excell ent and good results. Operation was followed by 74% excellent and good results. The indications for each type of treatment are discussed. De Quervain's disease was associated in 50% of cases, and it is importan t to diagnose Wartenberg's syndrome before operating on the tenosynovi tis in order to avoid unexpected postoperative complications and medic o-legal problems.