I have previously posted on the topic of the 5- finger hand. This previous post summarized many of the key issues with this diagnosis. http://congenitalhand.wustl.edu/2013/03/the-5-finger-hand.html Here is the preoperative picture of one such child with a 5- finger hand. Note the small extra thumb and the digits all aligned in the same plane. 5 […]
Month: November 2013
Challenges with Cleft Hand Reconstruction
When surgery is required for cleft hand, the goal is to create a maximally functional hand that is as “normal” appearing as possible. While each child with cleft hand is different, usually we can create a hand that works well and looks good. However, certain challenges exist after surgery related to hand anatomy. A cleft […]