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The brachial plexus is a complex network of nerves that serves the upper extremity. It is not involved in carpal tunnel syndrome or its surgical management.
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Brachial plexus
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The median nerve is the structure affected by carpal tunnel syndrome, and the goal of surgical intervention is to relieve pressure on this nerve. The median nerve is not divided during the procedure.
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Median nerve
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During carpal tunnel release surgery, the flexor retinaculum (transverse carpal ligament) is divided. This surgical procedure involves cutting the ligament to relieve pressure on the median nerve and alleviate symptoms.
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Flexor retinaculum
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The ulnar nerve is not typically involved in carpal tunnel syndrome, and it is not divided during carpal tunnel release surgery.
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Ulnar nerve
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The radial artery is not divided during carpal tunnel release surgery. The surgical focus is on releasing the pressure on the median nerve.
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Radial artery
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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With reference to the surgical management of carpal tunnel syndrome, which of the following structures is divided?
a