Dupuytren's Contracture  What is Dupuytren’s
contracture?dupuytrens  Dupuytren’s contracture is a condition
in which the connective tissue under the skin within your palm
contracts. It often starts with a firm knot or nodule in the
palm of the hand. This may stay the same for months or years, or
it may progress to the next stage of one or more fibrous bands
extending into the fingers. These bands result in pulling the
fingers into a flexed (bent) position. These abnormal fibrous
bands do not involve the tendons that bend the fingers, so
therefore once the abnormal tissue is removed, the fingers may
have the ability to move normally again. The degree of
straightening does however depend on how long the finger has
been held into flexion.  What causes Dupuytren’s contracture?
The cause of Dupuytren’s is not fully understood. It runs in
families to some extent, and there has been found to be an
association with diabetes, epilepsy (possibly due to the
medication used), and liver disease (possibly associated with