Dupuytren's Disease Flashcards
1
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Define dupuytrens disease
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Nodular hypertrophy and contracture of palmar fascia causing flexion of MCP & PIP joints leading to loss of function, normally occurring bilaterally
2
Q
How quickly does it occur?
A
Slowly over years
3
Q
What are the risk factors? (11)
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Male 60 yrs plus Genetics Alcohol Smoking Diabetes Epilepsy Manual labour Low BMI HIV Cancer
4
Q
How is it managed? (6)
A
Surgery Splinting Passive stretching Active exercises Functional activity Manage scar tissue and oedema
