[Peripheral nerve entrapment syndrome of the upper extremities in cases of inflammatory, rheumatic joint diseases].

Entrapment neuropathy of the upper extremities could be detected by electroneurophysiological investigations in one third of our patients with rheumatoid arthritis. These neuropathies are often overlooked and therefore not treated appropriately. The functional impairment of arms and hands should not be neglected. In this report, we summarize the symptoms, the diagnostic tools and the surgical treatment of entrapment neuropathies according to their topography. Typical cases are presented.