Features
The constriction of appendages by amniotic bands may result in:
- Constriction rings around the digits, arms and legs
- Swelling of the extremities distal to the point of constriction (congenital lymphedema)
- Amputation of digits, arms and legs (congenital amputation)
A strong relationship between ABS and clubfoot (also called "talipes") exists. A 31.5% of associated clubfoot deformity and ABS can be correlated with 20% occurring bilaterally. Other abnormalities found with ABS include: clubhands, cleft lip, and/or cleft palate, and hemangioma.
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