Streeter’s dysplasia

Alternative names 
Pseudo-ainhum; Amniotic constriction bands

Definition
Amniotic constriction bands are a congenital (present from birth) deformity of the limbs (arms or legs) or digits (fingers or toes) caused by a type of damage to the placenta which cuts off their blood supply and prevents normal development.

see Amniotic constriction bands.

Johns Hopkins patient information

Last revised: December 4, 2012
by Janet G. Derge, M.D.

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