Dupuytrens (Hand) Flashcards
1
Q
Dupuytrens is most common in what gender
A
Male
2
Q
Who gets Dupuytrens (7)
A
Autosomal Dominant White Diabetes Alcohol Smoke HIV Epilepsy
3
Q
Features of Dupuytrens Diathesis (4)
A
Early Onset
Bilateral
Fam History
Ectopic
4
Q
Pathology of Dupuytrens Diathesis (4)
A
Myofibrioblast
Intracellular Contractile Elements
Regulated By Growth
Collagen Produced
5
Q
Functional Problems of Dupuytrens
A
Not painful
Loss of finger extension
6
Q
Treatment of Dupuytrens (6)
A
Observe Radiotherapy Partial Fasciectomy Dermo Fasciectomy Arthrodesis Collagenase
7
Q
What is the most common surgical procedure in uk?
A
Partial Fasciectomy
8
Q
Recurrence rate of Partial Fasciectomy
A
50%
9
Q
How soon can a patient return to normal activity after percutaneous needle fasciotomy
A
2-3 days
