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Paraesthesiae (thumb, index, middle, half of ring finger)

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The median nerve may be damaged at any point along its course, the site indicated by the nature of the motor and sensory dysfunction present. Complete interruption above the elbow produces paralysis of all the muscles innervated. Clinically, the only common lesion is the carpal tunnel syndrome.


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