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Bilateral ulnar "thumbs".

F J Harvey

    The Hand
    |February 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Congenital carpal bone fusion can cause hand deformities. This case details an unusual fusion of the triquetrum and lunate in little fingers, corrected with surgery.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedics
    • Congenital Hand Anomalies

    Background:

    • Congenital fusion of carpal bones is a known condition.
    • It can occur with other congenital hand deformities.

    Observation:

    • An unusual congenital anomaly involved the little fingers.
    • Fusion of the triquetrum and lunate bones was observed.
    • Both little fingers exhibited adduction and rotation, resembling thumbs.

    Findings:

    • The described anomaly presented as thumb-like little fingers on the ulnar side.
    • Surgical correction was achieved through osteotomy at the base of the fifth metacarpals.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights an uncommon presentation of carpal fusion.
    • Surgical intervention via osteotomy is an effective treatment for this specific deformity.
    • Understanding such anomalies aids in diagnosis and management of congenital hand differences.