Other factors in the development of Dupuytren’s disease in climbers
| Aetiological factor | Reference | Climbers with Dupuytren’s disease | Climbers without Dupuytren’s disease |
|---|---|---|---|
| *Significantly different from climbers without Dupuytren’s disease (p<0.001). | |||
| Family history | 1 | 16%* | 4% |
| Epilepsy | 2, 3 | 0 | <1% |
| Smoking | 4, 5 | 5% | 8% |
| Alcohol | 6 | 15.5 units | 13.95 units |
| Heavy manual workers | 7, 8 | 11% | 10% |
| Past wrist or hand injury | 9, 10 | 56% | 51% |