Publications by authors named "Youngjoo Kang"
Identifying non-genetic factors associated with trigger finger.
J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg
July 2024
Article Synopsis
- A study was conducted using UK Biobank data to explore non-genetic factors associated with trigger finger (TF), focusing on a large population sample for more comprehensive insights.
- The analysis identified 2250 individuals with TF and revealed significant associations with factors such as age, female sex, body mass index, carpal tunnel syndrome, Dupuytren's disease, and diabetes, among others.
- The findings confirm known risk factors and introduce new associations, particularly emphasizing a strong link between TF and Dupuytren's disease, suggesting a shared underlying cause.
Background: Surgical deactivation of extracranial nerve trigger sites is now well established as an effective treatment for migraine headache. Parallels have been drawn to median nerve decompression for carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), and 2 previous studies have demonstrated an association between migraine and CTS. The authors sought to (1) substantiate these findings in a considerably larger UK cohort, and (2) investigate potential genetic associations between the 2 disorders.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Dupuytren disease is associated with significant comorbidity and mortality, and it has no existing prevention strategies. It is unclear which modifiable risk factors are most amenable for prevention. This study aimed to determine the strength of modifiable risk factors for Dupuytren disease, and to investigate associations with other diseases.
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