Publications by authors named "M Stumpfe"
Hand disorders can reduce wrist range of motion (ROM). The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic highlighted challenges in routine follow-up exams, making telemedicine a viable solution. This study evaluates the feasibility and accuracy of patient self-measured wrist ROM using a self-designed goniometer template.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Body contouring surgery after massive weight loss is associated with different risk factors. Wound healing disorders and seromas commonly occur postoperatively. Bariatric interventions lead to massive weight loss with excess skin and soft tissue.
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- Mallet fingers are the most common tendon injuries in the hand, often requiring careful treatment, especially when there's a bony avulsion involved.
- In a study analyzing outcomes of a minimally invasive k-wire extension block treatment, 72 out of 244 patients treated for bony mallet fingers from 2009 to 2022 participated.
- Results showed a 98.7% treatment success rate, high patient satisfaction (median score of 8.0), and no reported difficulties in daily life, leading to the conclusion that this treatment method should be universally offered due to its effectiveness and safety.
Background: Hidradenitis suppurativa is manifested by painful abscesses and scarring of sweat glands. Axillary, inguinal and genital regions are mostly affected. Multiple options exist in the treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa.
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