amniotic band syndrome

Amniotic Band Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Amniotic band syndrome is a malformation complex that results from the constriction of fetal limbs and is associated with amniotic bands. Amniotic bands result from a tear in the inner layer of the egg during pregnancy. Treatment of strangulated limbs depends on the severity of the malformation. What is amniotic band syndrome? Amniotic ligament syndrome … Amniotic Band Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Fibular Hemimelia: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Fibular hemimelia is the congenital absence or underdevelopment of the fibula (medical name fibula). The condition is also called fibular longitudinal defect. It can occur either in isolation or in combination with malformations of the femur, malformations of the feet, or with shortening of the entire lower leg bone. What is fibular hemimelia? Fibular hemimelia … Fibular Hemimelia: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment