Lateral Cutaneous Nerve Neuropathy Flashcards
1
Q
The lateral femoral cutaneous nerve is a small ______ nerve that is a direct branch of the _________.
A
Sensory
Lumbar Plexus
2
Q
Where does it become entrapped?
A
as it traverses below the inguinal ligament
3
Q
What is the common syndrome this entrapment produces?
A
meralgia paresthetica
4
Q
What are other symptoms?
A
- paresthesias and pain that radiates down the lateral aspect of the thigh toward the knee
5
Q
True or False: electrodiagnostic studies have a limited role in the evaluation of this disorder.
A
True
6
Q
More than _____% of patients respond to conservative measures such as weight loss and avoiding external pressure on the inguinal ligament
A
90%
7
Q
What drugs can be used?
A
anticonvulsants (carbamazepine or phenytoin, or gabapentin) may be helpful in reducing neuropathic pain
8
Q
True or false: surgical decompression and sectioning is often used.
A
False
