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Camitz Opponensplasty

March 01, 2019

Contributors: Wasim Awal; Randipsingh R Bindra, MD, FAAOS, FRACS, FRCS; Randipsingh R Bindra, MD, FAAOS, FRACS, FRCS

2019 HONORABLE MENTION Camitz opponensplasty is a useful adjunct for open carpal tunnel release that restores thumb opposition in patients with severe carpal tunnel syndrome and thenar wasting. The palmaris longus and a strip of the palmar aponeurosis are harvested and inserted onto the abductor pollicis brevis muscle insertion. This video demonstrates Camitz opponensplasty in detail and examines the relevant anatomy, indications, contraindications, outcomes, management, and current literature.