The principles of management of congenital anomalies of the upper limb.
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Management of congenital anomalies of the upper limb is reviewed with reference to classification and aetiology, incidence, diagnosis before birth, broad principles of treatment, timing of x rays and scans, functional aims, cosmetic appearance, counselling of parents, therapists, scars, skin grafts, growth, and timing of surgery. Notes on 11 congenital hand conditions are given.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Archives of disease in childhood
دوره 83 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2000