Results of total aponeurectomy for Dupuytren�s contracture in 61 patients: a retrospective clinical study

Conclusion  We suggest that total aponeurectomy is a promising alternative to partial fasciectomy with low risk for a recurrence and slightly increased risk for a nerve lesion. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Orthopaedic SurgeryDOI 10.1007/s00402-008-0657-zAuthorsA. H�gemann, St.Josefs-Hospital Cloppenburg Department of Traumatology, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery Krankenhausstr.13 49661 Cloppenburg GermanyU. Wolfhard, University of Duisburg�Essen Medical Faculty Duisburg�Essen GermanyD. Kendoff, Hospital for Special Surgery Orthopaedic Department New York USAT. N. Board, Wrightington Hospital and the University of Manchester Manchester UKL. C. Olivier, St.Josefs-Hospital Cloppenburg Department of Traumatology, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery Krankenhausstr....

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