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[Clinodactylies: delta phalanx and Kirner deformity]
F Norat1, N Dreant, E Lebreton
1Service de chirurgie plastique, esthétique, réparatrice et chirurgie de la main, CHU Saint-Roch, 5, rue Pierre-Dévoluy, 06000 Nice, France. fede-norat@libero.it
Chirurgie De La Main
|October 10, 2008
Summary
Clinodactyly, a finger angulation, has various causes like delta phalanx and Kirner
Area of Science:
- Hand surgery
- Pediatric orthopedics
- Congenital hand differences
Background:
- Clinodactyly involves abnormal finger angulation in the radioulnar plane.
- Common etiologies include delta phalanx and Kirner's deformity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the etiologic patterns of clinodactyly.
- To detail surgical techniques, indications, and optimal timing for correction.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of clinodactyly etiologies.
- Analysis of surgical approaches for correction.
Main Results:
- Categorization of clinodactyly based on underlying causes.
- Guidelines for surgical intervention provided.
Conclusions:
- Understanding diverse etiologies is key for effective treatment.
- Tailored surgical strategies improve outcomes for clinodactyly.
