<prompt> Meralgia paresthetica is due to the compression of which off the follwoing nerves?Medial cutaneous nerve of thighLateral cutaneous nerve of thighSural nerveFemoral nerve  <response>: Meralgia Paraesthetica results from compression neuropathy of the lateral cutaneous nerve of thigh. It is also called Bernhardt-Roth syndrome. This nerve can be compressed as it runs through the inguinal ligament, just medial to the Anterior superior Iliac spine. Pain, numbness, tingling and paresthesia localised to anterolateral aspect of thigh. Metabolic disorder most notably diabetes is identified as the potential cause of this condition. Ref: Apleys System of Ohopedics and Fractures 8th Edition, Page 252; Lippincotts Primary Care Ohopedics, 2008, Page 87. 