If the contracture is of a significant degree, pain can result even without any voluntary joint movement
In some cases, the contracture may be severe and not respond to conservative treatment. In this event, manipulation of the joint under a general anesthesia may be necessary
People with liver cirrhosis are at higher risk of developing Dupuytren's contracture. Drinking can cause and aggravate liver cirrhosis, so it can indirectly cause Dupuytren's contracture.
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Prognosis of contractures will depend upon the cause of the contracture. In general, the earlier the treatment for the contracture begins, the better the prognosis
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A thick scar that normally forms around the implant, called a capsule, can become very hard. This is called capsular contracture, and may result in pain and possible altered appearance of the breast.
Thick scar tissue around a breast implant, which may tighten and cause discomfort and/or firmness
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ICD 9 CM Code for flexion contracture- 718.40
718.45 Contracture of hip
Dupuytren's Contracture
Contracture is defined as the shortening of the connective tissue. The common opinion of surgeons is that flexion contracture is due to tightening of the posterior capsule combined with the tightening of biceps femoris and collateral ligaments.
A contracture is the loss of full range of motion of a joint due to changes in the soft tissues (muscles and tendons) surrounding that joint. In contracture, the muscle fibers remodel themselves to accommodate this shorter length.