Congenital Differences-Symbrachydactyly - Diagnosis, Function, and Treatment

Symbrachydactyly - Diagnosis, Function, and Treatment

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Symbrachydactyly is a congenital hand difference that presents with diverse morphologic forms and can be confused with many other congenital hand differences. It is characterized by a hand that is shorter and smaller than the contralateral hand, with underdeveloped or absent digits. Treatment for symbrachydactyly is patient-specific and should be guided by the improvement of hand function and appearance. The condition can be categorized into four types based on the morphology and function of the affected hand: adactylous, monodactylous, bidactylous, and multidigit. Treatment options depend on the specific hand appearance, function, and patient preferences. Surgical interventions may include removal of nubbins, joint stabilization, syndactyly release, microvascular toe-to-hand transfer, and other procedures to address functional deficits and improve the dexterity of the hand. The choice of treatment should aim to enhance hand function and improve the patient's quality of life. Various studies have reported positive outcomes and high satisfaction rates with surgical interventions for symbrachydactyly, including improved hand function and cosmetic appearance.

Keywords

Symbrachydactyly

congenital hand difference

morphologic forms

hand function

hand appearance

treatment options

surgical interventions

functional deficits

hand dexterity

cosmetic appearance