Enzyme injections unlock bent fingers
September 3, 2009 — BOSTON (Reuters) - Injections of an enzyme that breaks up collagen can unlock permanently curled fingers for people with a common disabling condition known as Dupuytren's contracture, U.S. researchers said on Wednesday.
Verapamil can slow Peyronie's disease progression
July 26, 2007 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Injections of verapamil directly into the penis in patients with Peyronie's disease resulted in a reduction in curvature of the penis in 18 percent of the patients and disease stabilization in 60 percent, according to the results of a new study.
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