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Review
. 2003 Apr 28;165(18):1863-5.

[Dupuytren's contracture]

[Article in Danish]
Barbara Jemec  1
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  • PMID: 12772394
Review

[Dupuytren's contracture]

[Article in Danish]
Barbara Jemec. Ugeskr Laeger. .

Abstract

Dupuytren's contracture is a common disease affecting the palmar fascia. It is mostly found in the elderly population, although more aggressive cases are not uncommon in the younger population. After a historic and epidemiological review, the clinical picture, histology and pathogenesis, the surgical treatment, and the latest therapeutic options are presented.

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