Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by all EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: Tuberculosis
Description: ANSWER: (B) TuberculosisREF: Apley's system of orthopedics & fracture 8th edition page 247-248Carpal tunnel syndrome is produced by entrapment of median nerve beneath the flexor retinaculum. Associated conditions that can leads to carpal tunnel syndrome are:Idiopathic (most common)PregnancyEndocrine disordersHypothyroidismDiabetes mellitusMyxedemaAcromegalyHyperparathyroidismDeposition disordersRheumatoid disorderGoutRheumatic disorderAmyloidosisSarcoidosisLeukemiaChronic renal failure
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