Dupuytrens Contracture Flashcards
1
Q
What is a dupuytrens contracture?
A
Nodule formatimation and contracture of the palmar fascia characterized by hyperplasia of the plantar fascia and related structures
2
Q
What patient population is typically affected by this type of contracture?
A
white men over 50 years of age
3
Q
It is commonly seen in what other types of patients?
A
During pregnancy and in patients with diabetes mellitus or RA
4
Q
What fingers are the most commonly affected?
A
4th and 5th
5
Q
What are the symptoms of this type of contracture?
A
tightness of the involved digits, with an inability to satisfactorily extend the fingers, and on occasion there is tenderness
6
Q
How is a rapidly growing palmar nodule treated?
A
With injections of triamcinolone or collagenase
