Common Conditions of the Hand

Question 1

Who is more likely to get Dupuytren’s contractures in the 15-64 age range - male or female?

Answer 1

Male - M:F = 8:1

Question 2

Who is more likely to get Dupuytren’s contractures in the 75+ age range - male or female?

Answer 2

Male - M:F = 2:1

Question 3

What is the pathophysiology behind Dupuytren’s disease?

Answer 3

Formation of abnormal connective tissue within the palmar fascia

Question 4

What are non-surgical treatment options for Dupuytren’s?

Answer 4

Observe
Splints don’t work
Radiotherapy
Collagenase

Question 5

What are the surgical treatment options for Dupuytren’s?

Answer 5

Partial fasciectomy
Dermo-fasciectomy
Percutaneous needle fasciotomy

Question 6

Which comorbid conditions is trigger finger associated with?

Answer 6

Rheumatoid arthritis
Diabetes mellitus
Gout

Question 7

Who is more likely to get trigger finger - men or women?

Answer 7

Women

Question 8

What is the pathophysiology behind trigger finger?

Answer 8

Swelling in tendon catching on the pulley