Palmar fibromatosis

Definition

A superficial fibromatosis arising from the soft tissue of the palm. It is characterized by the presence of spindle-shaped fibroblasts, and an infiltrative growth pattern. It predominantly affects adult males.

Also known as Dupuytren contracture, Dupuytren contracture (disease), palmar fibromatosis, palmar part of manus fibromatosis — per MONDO

Also identified as

• MESH D004387 per MONDO
• NCIT C3469 per MONDO
• SCTID 203045001 per MONDO
• UMLS C4085370 per MONDO

Drugs indicated