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Foot and Ankle Clinics Dec 2015Calcaneonavicular coalitions are an important cause of adolescent foot pain and deformity. The congenital condition is characterized by an aberrant osseous,... (Review)
Review
Calcaneonavicular coalitions are an important cause of adolescent foot pain and deformity. The congenital condition is characterized by an aberrant osseous, cartilaginous, or fibrinous union of the calcaneal and navicular bones. Calcaneonavicular coalitions are the most common form of tarsal coalitions identified within epidemiologic studies. A thorough understanding of this clinically significant entity is important for restoring joint motion and preventing long-term disability.
Topics: Foot Deformities; Humans; Synostosis; Tarsal Bones
PubMed: 26589085
DOI: 10.1016/j.fcl.2015.08.001 -
American Journal of Obstetrics and... Nov 2021
Topics: Congenital Abnormalities; Female; Genetic Testing; Humans; Kidney; Pelvis; Pregnancy; Prognosis; Ultrasonography, Prenatal
PubMed: 34507798
DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2021.06.047 -
The Veterinary Clinics of North... Aug 2017Angular limb deformities are common in foals; however, the importance of the deformity and if treatment is required depend on the degree of deformity relative to normal... (Review)
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Angular limb deformities are common in foals; however, the importance of the deformity and if treatment is required depend on the degree of deformity relative to normal conformation for stage of growth, the breed and discipline expectations, age, and response to conservative therapies. This article addresses the importance of the foal conformation examination to determine which foals need surgical intervention to correct an angular deformity and when. Techniques for surgical growth retardation include the transphyseal staple, screw and wire transphyseal bridge, and transphyseal screw. Appropriate timing for intervention for each location and complications associated with each procedure are discussed.
Topics: Animals; Animals, Newborn; Bone Screws; Bone Wires; Epiphyses; Equidae; Horse Diseases; Horses; Limb Deformities, Congenital; Sutures; Tarsus, Animal
PubMed: 28687095
DOI: 10.1016/j.cveq.2017.03.006 -
Laryngo- Rhino- Otologie Feb 2023
Topics: Humans; Larynx; Congenital Abnormalities
PubMed: 36750107
DOI: 10.1055/a-1970-9523 -
Laryngo- Rhino- Otologie Feb 2023
Topics: Humans; Larynx; Congenital Abnormalities
PubMed: 36750108
DOI: 10.1055/a-1970-9408 -
The Pan African Medical Journal 2021
Topics: Abnormalities, Multiple; Child, Preschool; Ectromelia; Foot Deformities, Congenital; Hand Deformities, Congenital; Humans; Male; Nose
PubMed: 34887989
DOI: 10.11604/pamj.2021.40.115.28167 -
Seminars in Pediatric Surgery Jun 2016Laryngotracheoesophageal clefts are rare congenital anomalies of the aerodigestive tract. Patients may present with airway and/or swallowing impairments. An approach to... (Review)
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Laryngotracheoesophageal clefts are rare congenital anomalies of the aerodigestive tract. Patients may present with airway and/or swallowing impairments. An approach to evaluation and management is presented. Important pearls for conservative and surgical management are discussed. Open versus endoscopic surgical techniques are reviewed.
Topics: Congenital Abnormalities; Endoscopy; Esophagus; Humans; Larynx; Trachea
PubMed: 27301597
DOI: 10.1053/j.sempedsurg.2016.02.005 -
The Journal of Maternal-fetal &... May 2018Congenital portosystemic shunts (CPSS) are rare, congenital malformations that are increasingly often discovered during the fetal period, and for which, the... (Review)
Review
AIM
Congenital portosystemic shunts (CPSS) are rare, congenital malformations that are increasingly often discovered during the fetal period, and for which, the manifestations and evolution are poorly understood. The objective of this review is to describe the phenotype and evolution of forms diagnosed in the antenatal period.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
We performed a systematic review of the literature cited in Pubmed between 1982 and 2016 for CPSS cases diagnosed during the fetal period.
RESULTS
We identified 123 cases. The median age at diagnosis was 25 GA (14-38 weeks GA). Eighty patients had 128 associated congenital anomalies. The congenital abnormalities most frequently associated with antenatal diagnosis of CPSS were congenital cardiac disease (30 cases), intrauterine growth restriction (21 cases), vascular anomalies (14 cases), and trisomy 21 (7 cases). Seventy-five complications were reported in the literature. The most frequent were antenatal hemodynamic abnormalities (27 cases), neonatal cholestasis (11 cases), and hyperammonemia (10 cases). Twenty-nine patients had no complications. The choice of treatment was conservative in 29/56 cases, interventional radiology in 15 cases and surgery in 15 cases (three of the latter after failure of embolization).
CONCLUSION
From this review, we propose an algorithm for the perinatal management of this congenital abnormality.
Topics: Algorithms; Congenital Abnormalities; Female; Fetal Growth Retardation; Gestational Age; Humans; Infant; Infant, Newborn; Portal Vein; Pregnancy; Ultrasonography, Prenatal; Vascular Malformations
PubMed: 28372492
DOI: 10.1080/14767058.2017.1315093 -
Hand (New York, N.Y.) Dec 2016Poland anomaly is a sporadic, phenotypically variable congenital condition usually characterized by unilateral pectoral muscle agenesis and ipsilateral hand deformity.... (Review)
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Poland anomaly is a sporadic, phenotypically variable congenital condition usually characterized by unilateral pectoral muscle agenesis and ipsilateral hand deformity. A comprehensive review of the medical literature on Poland anomaly was performed using a Medline search. Poland anomaly is a sporadic, phenotypically variable congenital condition usually characterized by unilateral, simple syndactyly with ipsilateral limb hypoplasia and pectoralis muscle agenesis. Operative management of syndactyly in Poland anomaly is determined by the severity of hand involvement and the resulting anatomical dysfunction. Syndactyly reconstruction is recommended in all but the mildest cases because most patients with Poland anomaly have notable brachydactyly, and digital separation can improve functional length. Improved understanding the etiology and presentation of Poland anomaly can improve clinician recognition and management of this rare congenital condition.
Topics: Brachydactyly; Hand Deformities, Congenital; Humans; Pectoralis Muscles; Phenotype; Poland Syndrome; Syndactyly
PubMed: 28149203
DOI: 10.1177/1558944716647355 -
Current Opinion in Otolaryngology &... Aug 2023Congenital ear deformities are characterized by distorted, but still present, landmarks of the auricle. Interventions include early treatment with ear molding or delayed... (Review)
Review
PURPOSE OF REVIEW
Congenital ear deformities are characterized by distorted, but still present, landmarks of the auricle. Interventions include early treatment with ear molding or delayed surgical treatment. The purpose of this review is to provide an update on the latest information related to ear molding for congenital ear deformities.
RECENT FINDINGS
Various ear molding techniques date back to the 1980s, but with the availability of commercially available molding systems, interest and use has blossomed in recent years. As more longitudinal research results are obtained, ear molding has been proven to be a highly effective treatment, although the best technique and length of treatment remains unclear.
SUMMARY
While it is clear that earlier intervention is ideal, due to lack of public awareness, patients often present later, and it remains controversial what age to offer ear molding interventions to and still expect success. Ear molding interventions are becoming increasingly covered by insurance due to evidence of preventing long-term psychological morbidities and the need for future surgical interventions.
Topics: Humans; Ear, External; Ear Auricle; Treatment Outcome; Hearing Aids; Congenital Abnormalities
PubMed: 37039142
DOI: 10.1097/MOO.0000000000000895