New surgery technique aims to prevent ugly scars in Dupuytren's patients

NCT ID NCT03155854

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Mayo Clinic Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether removing a Dupuytren's cord during trigger finger surgery leads to less scarring and better hand function. Fifty adults with both conditions will be randomly assigned to have the cord removed or simply cut. Researchers will measure scar quality using two standard scales over time.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: surgical procedure (pretendinous cord excision vs. cord division)
What this could lead to: If successful, this surgical technique could reduce scarring and improve hand movement after trigger finger surgery in people with Dupuytren's cords.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The surgery itself carries typical risks like infection or stiffness.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

palmar fibromatosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DUPUYTREN CONTRACTURE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Mayo Clinic
RECRUITING

Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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