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  • Title: The hand in recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
    Author: Glicenstein J, Mariani D, Haddad R.
    Journal: Hand Clin; 2000 Nov; 16(4):637-45. PubMed ID: 11117053.
    Abstract:
    Recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa is still a difficult challenge for surgeons and doctors. Hand retractions are different from burns. The medical team must have a good knowledge of the disease. Surgery must be performed with the collaboration of every member of the team, as well as the family. In young children, complete correction of the retractions is possible. On the other hand, when retractions are present for a long time in children and adolescents, surgery is purely functional. Static and dynamic splints delay recurrences, but their prolonged use presents psychological obstacles in adolescents and adults.
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