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Dupuytren's disease: limited fasciotomy reduces total passive extension deficit
August 2013
Dupuytren's disease: limited fasciotomy reduces total passive extension deficit
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
A Comparison of the Direct Outcomes of Percutaneous Needle Fasciotomy and Limited Fasciectomy for Dupuytren's Disease: A 6-Week Follow-Up Study
J Hand Surg Am. 2006 May-Jun;31(5):717-25Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
121 patients (125 hands; 166 rays) with Dupuytren's disease were randomised to undergo either percutaneous needle fasciotomy (PNF) or limited fasciotomy (LF) treatment. The primary outcome was total passive extension deficit (TPED). Results at the 6-week follow-up indicated that the PNF procedure was less effective as a treatment overall, producing a smaller reduction in TPED when compared to LF. ...
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