Recurrent Flexion Contracture After Surgery
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Takasu Yuta, Moriya Koji, Kuroda Takuma, Koda Hisao, Tsubokawa Naoto
Primary Institution: Tottori University Hospital, Yonago, JPN
Hypothesis
Can surgical treatment for non-Dupuytren's contracture lead to recurrence of flexion contracture?
Conclusion
Surgical treatment for non-Dupuytren's contracture may result in multiple additional surgeries for recurrent flexion contracture.
Supporting Evidence
- Flexion contracture can lead to significant functional challenges.
- Despite multiple surgeries, the patient's flexion contracture recurred.
- Non-Dupuytren's contracture is usually mild and non-progressive.
Takeaway
An 81-year-old woman had surgery for a finger problem, but her condition kept coming back, showing that surgery might not be the best solution.
Methodology
The case involved multiple surgeries and postoperative management for a recurring flexion contracture.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
An 81-year-old woman with diabetes mellitus.
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