What is Dupuytren’s Contracture?
Dupuytren’s contracture, also known as Dupuytren’s disease, refers to the formation of thick “scar like” tissue on the palm extending to any finger. This leads to a contracture of the involved finger, such that the patient cannot extend the finger fully because of the tethering effect of the thick “scar like” tissue located on the palm. Dupuytren’s contracture can involve one or many fingers of the same hand.
