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Management of congenital femoral deficiency

F P Monsell1, F A C Bintcliffe, C Evans

  • 1Department of Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, United Kingdom.

Early Human Development
|October 8, 2013
PubMed

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Congenital femoral deficiency (CFD) involves limb abnormalities from minor to complete absence. Advances in prenatal imaging aid early detection and management options for affected families.

Area of Science:

  • Developmental biology
  • Medical imaging
  • Orthopedic surgery

Background:

  • Human limb development is complex, with abnormalities ranging from minor variations to complete limb absence.
  • Antenatal imaging advancements have improved the detection of congenital limb differences.
  • Congenital femoral deficiency (CFD) is a significant condition affecting limb development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of congenital femoral deficiency (CFD).
  • To discuss limb bud development and normal growth mechanisms.
  • To outline antenatal screening, clinical/radiological features, and management strategies for CFD.

Main Methods:

  • Review of limb bud development and growth mechanisms.
  • Discussion of ultrasound's role in antenatal screening for limb abnormalities.
  • Analysis of clinical and radiological features in childhood.
  • Overview of management options, including surgical reconstruction and prosthetics.

Main Results:

  • Improved antenatal detection of limb abnormalities through non-invasive imaging.
  • Detailed understanding of clinical and radiological presentations of CFD.
  • Established management pathways involving surgical and prosthetic interventions.

Conclusions:

  • Early detection and comprehensive management are crucial for congenital femoral deficiency.
  • A multidisciplinary approach is essential for providing balanced information to parents.
  • Informed decision-making regarding functional prognosis and treatment options is vital.

Keywords:
Congenital femoral deficiencyDistraction osteogenesisExternal fixatorFemoral lengtheningFoetal ultrasonographyIlizarovLimb abnormalitiesPrenatal diagnosis

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