What to know about Plantar fibromatosis (Ledderhose Disease)
Plantar fibromatosis (PF), or Ledderhose disease as it is eponymously known, is a pathology of the plantar aponeurosis characterized by disordered fibrous tissue proliferation and the subsequent formation of nodules.
This condition can be locally aggressive, and often results in pain, functional disability, and decreased quality of life.
Diagnosis is primarily clinical, but MRI and ultrasound are useful confirmatory adjuncts.
Given the benign nature of this condition, treatment has historically involved symptomatic management.
A multitude of conservative treatment strategies supported by varying levels of evidence have been described mostly in small-scale trials.
These therapies include:
steroid injections,
verapamil,
radiation therapy,
extracorporeal shock wave therapy,
tamoxifen, and
collagenase.
When conservative measures fail, surgical removal of fibromas and adjacent plantar fascia is often done, although recurrence is common.
An attempt has been made in this Booklet to discus the aims to provide a broad overview of the clinical features of Ledderhose Disease as well as the current treatment strategies being employed in the management of this condition.
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Table of contents for What to know about Plantar fibromatosis (Ledderhose Disease):
1. Introduction
2. Plantar Fascia: Anatomy and Biomechanics
3. Epidemiology
4. Clinical Presentation
5. Use of Imaging Modalities to diagnose PF
6. Treatment Options
7. To Summarize
About the author of What to know about Plantar fibromatosis (Ledderhose Disease):
Dr. H. K. Saboowala. B.(Bom) .M.R.S.H.(London)
It is my passion to research for the Current/Recent Medical Topics and compile the E-Booklets as a reference to enrich the knowledge of busy Medicos at one CLICK, that too with an affordable price!
Basically I am a General Physician and a Dermatologist, practicing in Mumbai (India) since last 45 year
Book Details:
Title: What to know about Plantar fibromatosis (Ledderhose Disease)
Author: Hakim. Saboowala
Published: 2021
Language: English
Format: Kindle
Pages: 726
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