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Case Report of a Child With an Extranumerary Upper Limb: Treatment and Literature Review

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: A child was born with duplication of the right upper limb, including 2 humeri, radii, and a mirror hand. The child also had multiple cardiac anomalies that required early surgeries. Surgical removal of the supernumerary limb was successfully performed without complications. Due to the rarity of polymelia, this case highlights the importance of individualized and multidisciplinary approaches. It also emphasizes the role of detailed surgical planning, continuous follow-up, and psychological support in optimizing outcomes and quality of life.

Source: Hand

DOI: 10.1177/15589447251397666

Authors: Rodrigo M. R. Borges, Hugo A. Nakamoto, Vanessa E. de Toledo, Fernanda do C. Iwase, Thiago F. dos S. B., Marcelo R. Rezende

Institutions: Universidade de São Paulo, Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo

Language: English

Topic: Congenital limb and hand anomalies

Subfield: Developmental Biology

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4417453145

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