Recurrent Refractory Non-Dupuytren Contracture in Females After Limited Fasciectomy
2024

Recurrent Flexion Contracture After Surgery

publication Evidence: low

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.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.7759/cureus.74956

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