23 Apr Dupuytren's Disease
Dupuytren's Disease is a rare connective tissue disorder characterized by the joints of some fingers (e.g., proximal interphalangeal joints and metacarpophalangeal joints) being permanently fixed in a flexible position (joint contractures). A hardened nodule caused by abnormal thickening and shortening of the fibrous tissue bands under the skin of the palm (palmar fascia)...
