Dupuytren Disease Management Trends: A Survey of Hand Surgeons.

ABSTRACT: Background: Indication for intervention in Dupuytren disease is influenced by many factors, including location and extent of disease, surgeon preference, and comfort level with different treatment techniques. The aim of this study was to determine current Dupuytren disease management trends. Methods: A questionnaire was sent through the American Society for Surgery of the Hand to all members. In addition to demographic data, questions focused on indications for different procedural interventions based on location of disease, age, and activity level of the patient. Results: Approximately 24% of respondents completed the survey. Respondents were mostly orthopedic surgeons in private practice who do not work with residents or fellows. Respondents preferred collagenase ove

SUBMITTER: Carr L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6966290 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature