Syndactyly

Overview

A congenital anomaly of the hand or foot, marked by the webbing between adjacent fingers or toes. Syndactylies are classified as complete or incomplete by the degree of joining. Syndactylies can also be simple or complex. Simple syndactyly indicates joining of only skin or soft tissue; complex syndactyly marks joining of bony elements.

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Quick facts about Syndactyly

Topic type

Condition

Category

Orthopaedics

MeSH classification

C05.116.099.370.894.819|C05.660.585.800|C05.660.906.819|C16.131.621.585.800|C16.131.621.906.819

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• Ask what tests or assessments may be needed.
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