Percutaneous needle aponeurotomy for Dupuytren contracture
Hayes, Inc.
Record ID 32013000265
English
Authors' recommendations:
Dupuytren contracture is a chronic incurable condition that affects the connective tissue (fascia) in the palm of the hand, which covers the tendons responsible for flexing the fingers. The disease causes toughening and contracting of the fascia. Over time, the formation of tissue knots and thick cords under the skin pull the finger(s) into a permanently bent position. The exact cause is unknown, but the disease is more common in men and in those with diabetes, seizure disorders, and epilepsy. The most common treatment is fasciectomy, in which the diseased fascia is surgically excised through open incisions in the hand and fingers.
Details
Project Status:
Completed
Year Published:
2012
URL for published report:
The report may be purchased from:http://www.hayesinc.com/hayes/crd/?crd=10741
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
United States
MeSH Terms
- Fascia
- Needles
- Dupuytren Contracture
- Fasciotomy
Contact
Organisation Name:
HAYES, Inc.
Contact Address:
157 S. Broad Street, Suite 200, Lansdale, PA 19446, USA. Tel: 215 855 0615; Fax: 215 855 5218
Contact Name:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Contact Email:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Copyright:
<p>HAYES, Inc.</p>
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