Moreover, the attachments are generally head to tail â that is the 1-carbon of the first isoprene is connected to the 4-carbon of the adjacent isoprene. Already discussed examples of such molecules include the polymers, natural rubber and gutta percha.
Reviewed by Walter Erhardt, MD. Capsular contracture is a breast augmentation complication that develops when internal scar tissue forms a tight or constricting capsule around a breast implant, contracting it until it becomes misshapen and hard. As a result, the breast may feel painful and stiff, and the capsule may affect the appearance or shape of the breast.
Volkmann contracture is a deformity of the hand, fingers, and wrist caused by injury to the muscles of the forearm.his usually occurs when there is increased pressure due to swelling, a condition called compartment syndrome. Injury to the arm, including a crush injury or fracture, can lead to swelling that presses on blood vessels and can decrease blood flow to the arm.