Dupuytren's contracture is an abnormal thickening and tightening of the normally elastic tissue beneath the skin of the palm and fingers. This tissue is called fascia. The fascia contains strands of fibers, like cords, that run from the palm upward into the fingers.
The definition of a panoply is a beautiful and striking set up, magnificent decor or clothing, or a protective covering. An example of a panoply is a display of flowers at a flower show. An example of a panoply is a wedding gown.
en bloc[un[h] blok] 1. In a lump; as a whole; used to refer to autopsy techniques in which visceral organs are removed in large blocks allowing the prosector to retain a continuity in organ architecture during the subsequent dissection. Stedmanâs Medical Dictionary Â© Wolters Kluwer Health.