Table 4.
Comparison of Semmes-Weinstein Monofilament Testing Outcomes Across Surgical Procedures.
| Neurorrhaphy | Allograft | Autograft | Conduit | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal: ≤2.83 | 45 (17%) | 28 (18%) | 13 (10%) | 5 (7%) | 91 |
| Diminished light touch: 2.83-4.31 | 106 (41%) | 78 (51%) | 106 (85%) | 30 (40%) | 320 |
| Diminished protective sensation: 4.31-4.56 | 68 (26%) | 34 (22%) | 4 (3%) | 23 (31%) | 129 |
| Loss of protective sensation: 4.56-6.10 | 22 (9%) | 3 (2%) | 1 (1%) | 10 (13%) | 36 |
| Anesthetic: >6.10 | 17 (7%) | 9 (6%) | 1 (1%) | 7 (9%) | 34 |
| Total | 258 | 152 | 125 | 75 | 610 |
Note. χ2 = 93.7396; P < .00001.