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Dupuytren's Contracture

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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Description

Dupuytren's contracture is an abnormal thickening of tough tissue in the palm and fingers that can cause the fingers to curl. It is more common in men than in women and becomes more common as we grow older.

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Review Date

4/25/2007

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