Dupuytren's Contracture


Guillaume Dupuytren, 1778 - 1835.
Described the progressive contracture of the palmer aponeurosis which now bears his name - Dupuytren's Contracture.

Tord Skoog, 1915 - 1977.
Outstanding Swedish plastic surgeon known for Dupuytren's repair; first advocated the SMAS facelift which became a popular technique.


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