Anatomy and pathogenesis of the digital cords and nodules

Hand Clin. 1991 Nov;7(4):645-57; discussion 659-60.

Abstract

Current theories on the origin of the diseased tissue in Dupuytren's contracture are reviewed, and previous descriptions of the pathologic anatomy are clarified. The pathogenesis of Dupuytren's contracture is cited, with emphasis on the development of the contracture at various sites.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Dupuytren Contracture / etiology*
  • Dupuytren Contracture / pathology
  • Fascia / anatomy & histology*
  • Fascia / pathology
  • Fingers / anatomy & histology
  • Fingers / pathology
  • Hand / anatomy & histology*
  • Hand / pathology
  • Humans