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Michael A Tonkin1, Jagdeep Nanchahal, Sam Kwa

  • 1Department of Hand Surgery and Peripheral Nerve Surgery, Royal North Shore Hospital, and the University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.

The Journal of Hand Surgery
|May 17, 2002
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This study presents three cases of ulnar-sided cleft hand, a congenital condition affecting hand development. Surgical reconstruction significantly improved the appearance of affected hands, offering hope for functional recovery.

Area of Science:

  • Hand surgery
  • Congenital hand anomalies
  • Pediatric orthopedics

Background:

  • Ulnar-sided cleft hand is a rare congenital condition characterized by a fissure on the ulnar side of the hand.
  • Associated anomalies can include finger absence and deformities, impacting hand function and aesthetics.

Observation:

  • Three pediatric cases of ulnar-sided cleft hand were analyzed.
  • Associated findings included absence of the ring finger in two cases and specific deformities in the small finger (abduction, supination, shortening, camptodactyly) in all three.

Findings:

  • A novel surgical approach for reconstruction was developed and applied.
  • The described surgical technique resulted in marked aesthetic improvement of the affected hands.

Implications:

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  • This reconstructive strategy offers a potential solution for improving the appearance and possibly function in ulnar-sided cleft hand deformities.
  • Further research may explore long-term functional outcomes and refine surgical techniques for this condition.