The Effects of Prophylactic Limited Palmar Fasciectomy on Surgical Outcomes and Scarring

Summary

Research is instrumental for improving medical care and the patient experience. Finding new surgical techniques can create better outcomes and minimize recovery time and complications for patients. Some patients undergoing trigger finger surgery with a pre-existing Dupuytren's cord may develop a thickened surgical scar after surgery, which can cause discomfort, difficulty with moving or using, and other complications in the affected finger(s) or hand. The investigator is investigating a surgical technique to minimize these potential complications and scarring after surgery. Subjects are being asked to take part in this research study because they have been diagnosed with trigger finger and pretendinous Dupuytren's cord and have decided to undergo surgery rather than try medical treatment.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

* Potential candidates for the study will be selected based upon clinical diagnosis of trigger finger with co-existing pretendinous cord. All potential subjects will have either failed non operative treatment or elected surgical treatment.

Exclusion Criteria:

* \<18 years of age

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