Amniotic band constriction (also called amniotic band syndrome (ABS), congenital constriction bands or rings, or ADAM (amniotic deformity, adhesions, and mutilations)) is a congenital disorder caused by entrapment of fetal parts (usually a limb or digits) in fibrous amniotic bands while in utero.
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