FESSH prep Compressive neuropathies Radial nerve compression at the elbow

Posterior interosseous nerve (PIN) syndrome

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FESSH-010Compressive neuropathies●●○ intermediate

Regarding posterior interosseous nerve (PIN) syndrome.

  1. 1.PIN syndrome is distinct from radial tunnel syndrome as it involves motor deficits.

  2. 2.The PIN is compressed most commonly by space-occupying lesions such as lipomas.

  3. 3.MRI is the gold standard investigation for PIN syndrome.

  4. 4.The presence of wrist drop confirms a diagnosis of PIN syndrome.

  5. 5.Surgical decompression is indicated in all cases of PIN syndrome.

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Question ID
FESSH-010
First published
Last reviewed
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v1.0