The prevalence of anconeus epitrochlearis muscle and Osborne's ligament in cubital tunnel syndrome patients and healthy individuals: An anatomical study with meta-analysis.

摘要: Abstract Background Anconeus epitrochlaeris muscle and Osborne's ligament are anatomical variants that occasionally found at the cubital tunnel of elbow. In certain individuals, these two structures may compress ulnar nerve resulting in a syndrome. Although have been reported extensively, its prevalence is still unclear contribution to syndrome debatable. The aim this study generate weighted frequency values anconeus epitrochlearis ligament, as well identify any association with gender, side, ethnicity development Methods An meta-analysis were performed more accurately ligament. A total 40 original studies including present met inclusion criteria for 6 case reports descriptive analysis. Results Crude pooled estimate was significantly higher (p  Conclusion provides accurate across populations. There negative correlation between presence syndrome, supporting idea be protective against Future needed give proper definition