title: Congenital adactylia.
abstract: Congenital adactylia is rare. Its precise embryogenesis is enigmatic. The adactylic hand assumes a helper function. Surgical reconstruction is an option.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopedics, Beth Israel Hospital.
authors.forename: H D
authors.initials: HD
authors.lastname: Skoff
mesh_terms: D002349:Carpal Tunnel Syndrome / Q000601:surgery; D000013:Congenital Abnormalities / Q000196:embryology / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D005385:Fingers / Q000002:abnormalities*; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D013709:Tendon Transfer; D013933:Thumb / Q000002:abnormalities*