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  1. Scar revision - series (image) 
    ... such as burns) can cause loss of a large area of skin and may form hypertrophic scars. A hypertrophic scar can cause restricted movement of muscles, joints, and tendons (contracture). Surgical repair includes removing excessive scar tissue and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/presentations/100098_1.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Scar revision 
    ... such as burns) can cause loss of a large area of skin and may form hypertrophic scars. These types of scars can restrict movement of muscles, joints and tendons (contracture). Surgery removes extra scar tissue. It may involve ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002991.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Mucopolysaccharidosis type II 
    ... worse over time) Increased hair growth Joint stiffness Large head
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001203.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Guillain-Barre syndrome 
    ... difficulty (respiratory failure) Shortening of tissues in the joints ( contractures ) or other deformities Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis) ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000684.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Leg lengthening and shortening 
    ... rate of complications and need for further surgeries. Joint contractures may occur.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002965.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Burns 
    ... burns that affect the joints may result in contractures, leaving the joint with decreased movement and a reduction in function.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000030.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Limb-girdle muscular dystrophies 
    ... may experience complications such as: Abnormal heart rhythms Contractures of the joints Difficulties with activities of daily living due to ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000711.htm - Medical Encyclopedia