Information for patients with Dupuytren's Disease.
Edited By: Thomas Trumble, M.D.
Last updated Wednesday, January 12, 2005
CopingWhat are the five most important facts about palmar fasciectomy for dupuytren's disease? Several different factors, including genetics are felt to be involved
in the development of Dupuytren's disease. The condition cannot be
prevented or cured, and currently surgical treatment represents the
standard of care. The condition can be quite stable over time, or
progress rapidly. Surgery is warranted when the contractures are severe
enough that they interfere with the patient's daily activities, or are
painful. As with all operations there are potential complications. The
condition may recur with time (approximately 50% of cases, though not
always requiring surgery again). Working with a hand therapist after
surgery is vital to obtaining optimal results. References Badalamente, M.A., and Hurst, L.C.: The biochemistry of Dupuyren's disease.
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biology of Dupuytren's disease. Hand Clin 15(1): 21-34, 1999. Surgery for Dupuytren's Disease at the University of Washington If you are interested in making an appointment to discuss this procedure, you can request an appointment using our online referrals website. To request a referral online, please click here. You can also call 206-598-4537 to make an appointment.Disclaimer
This resource has been provided by the University of Washington Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine as general information only. This information may not apply to a specific patient. Additional information may be found at http://www.orthop.washington.edu or by contacting the UW Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.
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