Dupuytren’s contracture Risk factors
Dupuytren’s contracture progresses slowly. Dupuytren’s contracture first presents as minor hand tightness and stiffness. Later, small visible nodules form. Nodules may make it difficult to straighten the fingers and properly use the hand. Dupuytren’s contracture is usually seen in the index and ring fingers. The cause of Dupuytren’s contracture is unknown. Risk factors include:
Gender. Males.
Ancestry. Northern European descent.
Medical conditions. Diabetes, seizure disorders.
Hereditary. Genetically inherited.
Dr Abdul D Khan
MBBS(AMC, Vizag) MRCS(Edin, UK) MRCS(Glasg, UK) FRCS(Tr & Orth, UK) CCT(Tr & Orth, UK)