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Blood supply of the hand, angiogram C018 / 0387
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Blood supply of the hand, angiogram C018 / 0387
Blood supply of the hand. Coloured angiogram (X-ray) of the blood vessels of the right hand of a 65 year old patient with Dupuytrens contracture. This disorder causes one or more fingers to become fixed in a bent position. Here it is the little finger. It occurs when tissue in the palm of the hand thickens and shortens, preventing the tendons attached to the fingers from moving freely. This angiogram is being taken prior to surgery to correct the disorder, in order to evaluate the locations of blood vessels
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Angiogram Angiography Arteries Blood Vessels Capillaries Diagnosis Diagnostic Evaluation Hand Radiography Senior Sixties Sixty Five Veins X Ray Machine Xray Abnormal Blood Supply Blood Vessel Condition Disorder Evaluating Unhealthy
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This print showcases the intricate blood supply of a hand affected by Dupuytren's contracture, a disorder that causes fingers to become fixed in a bent position. The image reveals the coloured angiogram (X-ray) of the blood vessels in the right hand of a 65-year-old patient. In this particular case, it is the little finger that is impacted by this condition. Dupuytren's contracture occurs when tissue in the palm thickens and shortens, restricting the movement of tendons attached to the fingers. The angiogram displayed here serves as an essential diagnostic tool prior to surgery aimed at correcting this disorder. By evaluating and mapping out the locations of blood vessels within the hand, medical professionals can ensure optimal surgical outcomes. The radiographic image vividly illustrates how Dupuytren's contracture affects not only muscle and tendon function but also compromises healthy blood flow throughout this complex network of arteries, capillaries, veins, and other vital components. This visual representation underscores both the abnormality caused by Dupuytren's contracture and its impact on overall hand health. Through meticulous evaluation using advanced imaging techniques such as angiography, doctors gain crucial insights into each patient's unique vascular structure before undertaking corrective measures for this debilitating condition. This photograph stands as a testament to scientific progress in medicine while highlighting both human anatomy and pathology intertwined with aging-related challenges like those faced by individuals in their sixties or beyond.
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