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Congenital metacarpal malformation.

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    |October 1, 1977
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    Two brothers presented with similar isolated developmental defects of their fifth metacarpal bones, despite normal fingers. No other skeletal or biochemical abnormalities were found, suggesting a potential genetic cause.

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    Area of Science:

    • Genetics
    • Developmental Biology
    • Orthopedics

    Background:

    • Isolated congenital anomalies of the hand can present unique diagnostic challenges.
    • Developmental defects of the metacarpals, particularly the fifth, are rare.