Dupuytren’s disease (or “Dupuytren’s Contractures”) is characterized by the development of new tissues in the hand usually in the form of nodules or thick cords on the palm and fingers. Dupuytren’s disease occurs mainly in Caucasians with a high incidence in Anglo-Saxon populations. A strong family history may be present. Males are more commonly affected. Although Dupuytren’s disease has been linked with many other disorders a simple cause and effect relationship has never been demonstrated. It remains essentially an idiopathic disorder.