Dermofasciectomy: a long term review

Ann Chir Main Memb Super. 1992;11(5):381-2. doi: 10.1016/s0753-9053(05)80274-1.

Abstract

Thirty-two dermofasciectomies in 24 cases were reviewed with an average of thirteen years for follow-up. These were compared with the same patients followed-up ten years earlier. A marked increase in extension of the disease from 24% to 79% was noted. The recurrence rate has remained constant at 47% and only two recurrences were found under the skin graft. This procedure must, therefore, remain the operation of choice in the management of aggressive Dupuytren's disease.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Dermatologic Surgical Procedures
  • Dupuytren Contracture / surgery*
  • Fasciotomy
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Hand / surgery
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Recurrence
  • Time Factors
  • Treatment Outcome