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Thumb Duplication (Wassel Type IIB): A Rare Case Report Highlighting Surgical Strategy and Functional Outcomes.
Maha D Hanawi1, Kayan F Alotaibi2, Rakan H Alelyani3
1From the Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Global Open
|May 4, 2026
Summary
Polydactyly, a common congenital anomaly, involves extra digits on hands or feet. This case highlights a rare type IIB radial polydactyly, underscoring the need for further research and clinical reporting on limb development variations.
Area of Science:
- Medical Genetics
- Developmental Biology
- Orthopedics
Background:
- Polydactyly is a frequent congenital anomaly affecting 1 in 1000 live births.
- It can manifest as an isolated condition or be part of a broader syndromic presentation.
- Phenotypic variability ranges from fully functional digits to underdeveloped appendages.
