Botulinum Toxin for the Treatment of Intractable Raynaud Phenomenon

Raynaud phenomenon (RP) is a condition causing vasospasm in the fingers and toes of patients that can have a significant negative impact on quality of life. This can lead to pain, ulceration, and possible loss of digits. Several pharmacological options are available for treatment. However, RP can of...

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Veröffentlicht in:The Journal of hand surgery (American ed.) 2021-01, Vol.46 (1), p.54-59
Hauptverfasser: Gallegos, Jose E., Inglesby, Dani C., Young, Zachary T., Herrera, Fernando A.
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Raynaud phenomenon (RP) is a condition causing vasospasm in the fingers and toes of patients that can have a significant negative impact on quality of life. This can lead to pain, ulceration, and possible loss of digits. Several pharmacological options are available for treatment. However, RP can often be refractory to traditional modalities, leaving surgery or injections as the next available options. This article provides a review and update on the use of botulinum toxin as an effective therapy for the treatment of RP refractory to medical management.
ISSN:0363-5023
1531-6564
DOI:10.1016/j.jhsa.2020.07.009