Recent Advancements in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Congenital Hand Differences.
J Am Acad Orthop Surg 2023;
31:766-782. [PMID:
37384928 DOI:
10.5435/jaaos-d-23-00302]
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Abstract
Congenital hand and upper limb differences include a wide spectrum of structural abnormalities that affect functional, appearance, and psychosocial domains of affected children. Ongoing advances in the understanding and treatment of these differences continue to shape management. Over the past 10 years, new developments have been made in areas of molecular genetics, noninvasive treatments, surgical techniques, and outcome measures in several commonly seen congenital hand differences. Applying these advances in knowledge and management of congenital hand differences will enable surgeons to achieve the best outcomes possible for these children.
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