Dr A Mistry's Clinic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Head and Neck Cancer, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Upper Limb - Congenital


The Hand is an extension of the Mind

Hence, the hand has to be as nimble and dexterous as the mind.
Syndactyly (fusion of the fingers) is one of the commonest congenital anomalies. It can range from a simple fusion of 2 fingers or complete fusion of all fingers as in case of Apert's Syndrome where, the hand becomes a spade like with difficulty to perform day to day activities. Fortunately, surgical treatment results in gratifying improvements.
This child was operated in stages to release each finger at a time. Inspite of her deformity, this child appeared to be a mehendi enthusiast as she would always show up with mehendi on her hands at follow ups.

Stage wise release of fingers