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When fibrosis intersect: Association and risk factors between Peyronie's and Dupuytren's diseases.
Fr J Urol
November 2024
Département d'urologie, CHU de Rennes, Rennes, France.
Introduction: Peyronie's and Dupuytren's diseases are benign but are source of significant functional impairment leading to considerable suffering. In this study, the aim is to investigate the association between Peyronie's and Dupuytren's diseases as well as their common and specific risk factors.
Material And Methods: From July 2022 to March 2024, we conducted a multicentric observational study on 450 patients.
Ledderhose's Disease.
Cureus
July 2024
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine of Oujda/Mohammed VI University Hospital of Oujda/Mohammed First University of Oujda, Oujda, MAR.
Article Synopsis
- Ledderhose disease, or plantar fibromatosis, is a rare condition marked by painful fibrous nodules in the foot's plantar fascia, causing mobility issues during activities like walking.
- A 60-year-old woman experienced significant pain and swelling in her foot, leading to a diagnosis confirmed by clinical examination and ultrasound imaging.
- The treatment focused on non-surgical options, including medications, orthotics, and physical therapy, demonstrating the effectiveness of personalized care in managing the condition.
Soleful solutions: Advancements in treatment strategies for ledderhose disease.
Foot Ankle Surg
January 2025
University of Northern British Columbia, 5555 University way, Prince George, BC V2N 4Z1, Canada. Electronic address:
Article Synopsis
- * A narrative review was conducted using Pubmed to gather information about treatment options, including both medication and therapy, with surgery as a last resort when other treatments fail.
- * The aim of the review is to enhance understanding of Ledderhose disease and its treatments, ultimately seeking to improve patients' quality of life and functional ability.
Pain-Relieving Effects of Shockwave Therapy for Ledderhose Disease: An Ultrasound-Based Study of an Unusual Bilateral Case.
Life (Basel)
January 2024
Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, 56126 Pisa, Italy.
Article Synopsis
- Ledderhose disease (LD) is a rare condition affecting the foot, characterized by painful nodules in the plantar aponeurosis, with limited success seen in conservative treatment options.
- Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) has gained attention as a promising, non-invasive treatment for various musculoskeletal issues, though its application for LD has not been well-researched.
- A case study of a 48-year-old male showed that a specific ESWT protocol effectively relieved pain and improved his foot function and quality of life after three treatment sessions.
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