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Suggest Treatment For Dupuytren's Contracture
Question: I have been diagnosed with duruytren contracture what would be the best action for me to take
Brief Answer:
Radiation helps in minor cases.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The treatment of Dupytren's contracture depends on the severity of the problem and the affection of the hand function. If the function is only mildly affected then medical treatment is preferred.
This includes a minor procedure called needle fasciotomy, radiation therapy and a relatively new medicine called collagenase clostridium histolyticum. These are generally most effective if used before the condition becomes severe.
In severe cases, surgery is preferred to restore the hand function.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Radiation helps in minor cases.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The treatment of Dupytren's contracture depends on the severity of the problem and the affection of the hand function. If the function is only mildly affected then medical treatment is preferred.
This includes a minor procedure called needle fasciotomy, radiation therapy and a relatively new medicine called collagenase clostridium histolyticum. These are generally most effective if used before the condition becomes severe.
In severe cases, surgery is preferred to restore the hand function.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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