Outcome predictors of carpal tunnel release surgery

Introduction. Open surgical decompression is considered the most efficient treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome and is associated with excellent outcomes in approximately 70-90% of cases. This study aimed to determine whether a correlation exists between potential predictors of postoperative outcomes and patient satisfaction following surgical procedure. Material and Methods. This retrospective study utilized data collected from the database of the University Clinical Center of Vojvodina and supplemented by telephone interview. Four categories of potential predictors were analyzed: patient-related factors, comorbidityrelated factors, clinical findings, and other relevant factors. Results. A statistically significant positive correlation was identified between patient gender and postoperative satisfaction scores. Additionally, pain intensity, nocturnal pain, and postoperative complications demonstrated statistically significant negative correlations with satisfaction scores. Conclusion. Understanding predictors of surgical outcomes can assist patients in making informed decision regarding treatment and in setting realistic expectations about functional recovery following carpal tunnel decompression.