The Early Years of HDTV. Modern-day HDTV has its roots in research that was started in Japan by the NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation) in 1970. In 1977, the SMPTE (The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers) Study Group on High Definition Television was formed.
What is the connection between Peyronieâs disease and Dupuytrenâs contracture? Many men with Peyronieâs disease also have Dupuytrenâs contracture, a connective tissue disorder that causes scar tissue to harden on the palm of the hand. This causes fingers to curve, much like the penis curves in Peyronieâs disease.
So for men who develops Peyronieâs disease and are taking beta blockers, your medication could be one of the causes of your PD. According to PD Labs beta-blockers can cause fibrotic tissue disorders which may result in PD. It is known that that Peyronieâs disease is caused by patches of scar tissue (fibrous plaque). Thus, men with high blood pressure medication have a higher risk of developing PD due to medication. For men with high blood pressure and Peyronieâs disease, it could be that your medication resulted in PD.