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.
Dupuytrenâs disease is a benign condition that affects the connective tissue between the palm of the hand and the fingers. It typically starts as a small nodule (lump) and generally affects the ring or little finger, but may appear throughout the palm and sometimes on the thumb.ther conditions treated. Benign conditions that can be treated with radiotherapy include: 1  Ledderhose disease â This is very similar to Dupuytrenâs contracture, but affects the feet.