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[Hand malformations imaging characteristics and clinical classification: a case-control study].

Yong Chen¹, Jie Liu, Zekun Zhang

¹Department of Radiology, the Affiliated Hospital of Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou 310015, China.

Zhonghua Yi Xue Za Zhi

|July 17, 2015

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This study proposes an ideal radiological classification for hand malformations based on imaging features. This approach simplifies understanding and aids orthopedic surgery for various congenital hand deformities.

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Area of Science:

Medical imaging
Orthopedic surgery
Developmental biology

Background:

Hand malformations encompass a wide spectrum of congenital deformities.
Existing classifications can be complex and confusing, particularly those based on genetics or etiology.
A clear and practical classification system is needed for clinical application and surgical planning.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss the imaging features of hand malformations.
To propose a novel radiological classification system for hand malformations.
To compare the proposed classification with existing systems, such as Swanson's.

Main Methods:

Retrospective analysis of clinical data and imaging from 101 cases of hand developmental deformities.
Cases were collected from The Affiliated Hospital of Hangzhou Normal University and the Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University (1971-2014).
Classification based on distinct imaging features: no formation, hypoplasia, over formation, segmental abnormality/joint, and bending/abnormality.

Main Results:

Identified 14 types of hand deformities across 101 cases, affecting phalanges, metacarpals, and carpals.
The proposed imaging-based classification identified 5 categories with specific subtypes: no formation (4 types), hypoplasia (1 type), over formation (3 types), segmental abnormality/joint (3 types), and bend/abnormal (3 types).
Specific examples include ectrodactyly, brachydactyly, polydactyly, syndactyly, and clinodactyly.

Conclusions:

A classification system for hand malformations based on imaging features is more practical and easier to remember than etiological or genetic classifications.
This radiological classification is beneficial for orthopedic surgeons.
The proposed system aids in understanding the diverse range of congenital hand anomalies.