Amniotic constriction bands
Alternative names:
pseudo-ainhum; Streeter's dysplasia
Symptoms:
- a permanent band or indentation around an upper or lower limb or digit
- amputation of a digit occurring while in the uterus
- facial cleft (if band was across face)
- abdominal or chest wall defect (if band located in those areas)
Signs and tests:
Physical examination is sufficient to make this diagnosis.
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