Setting: Orthopedic Surgeon’s Office
Patient: Adult male
Procedure: Carpal Tunnel Release

Procedure Summary

An adult male underwent a carpal tunnel release procedure in an outpatient orthopedic setting. A tourniquet was used to support a controlled surgical field during the procedure.

Initial Management

Standard surgical preparation was performed in accordance with the surgeon’s protocol prior to incision.

AutoTQ Application

An AutoTQ automated pneumatic tourniquet was applied to the affected upper extremity prior to the start of the procedure. The device was activated to deliver controlled circumferential pressure proximal to the surgical site.

Following inflation, a bloodless surgical field was achieved, allowing the procedure to proceed without the need for manual tourniquet adjustment.

Outcome

The procedure was completed successfully with effective hemostasis maintained throughout. No device-related complications were observed. The automated, pressure-controlled application provided consistent tourniquet pressure without manual tightening or ongoing adjustment.

Clinical Insight

This use case demonstrates the applicability of pressure-controlled, automated tourniquets in outpatient orthopedic procedures. Automated tourniquet systems may support procedural efficiency by providing consistent, hands-free pressure control during surgery.

Note

This report reflects a single observational use in a clinical environment and is not intended to replace standard clinical judgment, surgical technique, or institutional protocols.