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Mohammed T, Jimma TM, Zerfu TT, Kassaahun ME. Pollicization of index Fingers For Bilateral Hypoplastic Thumbs of Twin Babies: Case Series At Cure Children's Hospital of Ethiopia. Int Med Case Rep J 2024; 17:327-333. [PMID: 38623353 PMCID: PMC11018121 DOI: 10.2147/imcrj.s454360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2023] [Accepted: 04/04/2024] [Indexed: 04/17/2024] Open
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Introduction Thumb hypoplasia is a congenital birth defect in which a child is born with an underdeveloped or missing thumb. It is a rare condition affecting approximately 1 in 100,000 live births and occurs equally in both males and females. Pollicization is a surgical procedure used to treat severe thumb hypoplasia by transferring another finger to the thumb position. Case Presentation Twin girls aged two years and eight months, born to a 42-year-old para III mother, presented with bilateral thumb hypoplasia. There was no family history of similar complaints, and no consanguinity was identified between their parents. After excluding other associated anomalies, index finger pollicization was performed for all four hands of the children according to modified Buck-Gramcko techniques, with modifications from Ezaki et al. Conclusion Generally, index pollicization executed with careful preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative planning will lead to aesthetically and functionally attractive thumbs for children with congenitally severe hypoplasia or absent thumbs.
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- Tuji Mohammed
- Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology Surgery at St. Paul Millennium Medical College, AaBET Hospital, Addis Abeba, Ethiopia
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, College of Surgeons of East Central and South Africa, Cure Hospital, Addis Abeba, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, College of Surgeons of East Central and South Africa, Cure Hospital, Addis Abeba, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, College of Surgeons of East Central and South Africa, Cure Hospital, Addis Abeba, Ethiopia
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Pino PA, Sarcon AK, Wan R, Tomhave W, Van Heest AE, Moran SL. The Effects of Radial Longitudinal Deficiency on Long-Term Use of the Thumb in Pediatric Patients Following Index Pollicization. J Hand Surg Am 2024:S0363-5023(24)00094-7. [PMID: 38583165 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2024.02.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2023] [Revised: 02/07/2024] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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PURPOSE To assess the effect of radial longitudinal deficiency on the function of pollicized digits as determined by the Thumb Grasp and Pinch (T-GAP) assessment. METHODS We retrospectively evaluated 25 hands with thumb hypoplasia that underwent index finger pollicization. Patients were followed for an average of 10.4 years. Hands were divided by severity into two groups: no or mild radial longitudinal deficiency (RLD) (Group 1 = 16) and moderate to severe RLD (Group 2 = 9). We collected demographic information and completed physical examination measures, including hand strength, elbow, wrist, and hand range of motion, the Kapandji opposition score, active grasp span, and T-GAP total score. RESULTS Patients with moderate to severe forms of RLD had stiffer long fingers, lower Kapandji opposition scores, and limited active and passive range of motion for elbow flexion, wrist ulnar deviation, and pollicized thumb interphalangeal flexion. They had shorter forearms, decreased active grasp span, and fewer thumb creases at the interphalangeal thumb joint. In addition, the T-GAP total score was significantly lower when comparing the two groups. Children with mild dysplasia were able to achieve 32% of age-matched normal grasp strength. Patients with more severe radial dysplasia averaged 17% less grasp strength compared with children with mild dysplasia. Patients with moderate to severe RLD also had lower T-GAP total scores and strength measurements if they had limited wrist ulnar deviation. CONCLUSIONS Individuals with moderate to severe RLD have unique anatomical factors that affect outcomes after pollicization. These individuals use their thumbs for fewer activities, have weaker grasp, and retain more primitive grasp patterns compared with those who have milder forms of RLD. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Prognostic IV.
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- Paula A Pino
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile and Instituto Teletón, Santiago, Chile
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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- Shriners Hospitals for Children - Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN
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- Shriners Hospitals for Children - Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN; Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; Shriners Hospitals for Children - Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN.
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- Andrea Jester
- Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK
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Shah A, Bohn DC, Van Heest AE, Hu CH. Congenital Upper-Limb Differences: A 6-Year Literature Review. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2023; 105:1537-1549. [PMID: 37624908 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.22.01323] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/27/2023]
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➤ The Oberg-Manske-Tonkin (OMT) classification of congenital hand and upper-limb anomalies continues to be refined as our understanding of the genetic and embryonic etiology of limb anomalies improves.➤ We have conducted an evaluation of graft and graftless techniques for syndactyly reconstruction; strengths and drawbacks exist for each technique.➤ Treatment for radial longitudinal deficiency remains controversial; however, radialization has shown promise in early follow-up for severe deformities.➤ Recent emphasis on psychosocial aspects of care has demonstrated that children with congenital upper-limb differences demonstrate good peer relationships and marked adaptability.
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- Ayush Shah
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Oeckenpöhler S, Langer MF, Wichmann A, Glasbrenner J, Riesenbeck O. An Alternative Treatment Option for Blauth III B Thumb Hypoplasia-Thumb Stabilization with Iliac Crest Bone Graft and Intermetacarpal Arthrodesis. J Clin Med 2023; 12:5977. [PMID: 37762917 PMCID: PMC10532303 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12185977] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2023] [Revised: 09/07/2023] [Accepted: 09/13/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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Thumb hypoplasia modified Blauth III B is usually treated by pollicization or, less commonly, by toe transfer. Both procedures always result in the resection of a body part, but with good cosmesis and acceptable function. We describe an intermetacarpal I/II arthrodesis with autologous bone graft augmentation to lengthen and stabilize the loose thumb. Clinical data were collected from nine patients, median age at surgery 3 years 8 months, with more than 7 years of follow-up. The results showed a grip strength on the Jamar dynamometer of approximately 61% of the unoperated hand. The Quick-DASH score was 11. The reconstructed thumb was 0.8 cm thinner and 1.9 cm shorter. Overall satisfaction on the VAS, with an average of 1.5 out of 10, is excellent with a partially usable thumb on a hand with five rays. The described procedure is a reliable treatment option with satisfactory results. In addition, none of the patients lost pincer grip between the second and third digit, but their thumb gained new function. Especially in environments where physical integrity has a high value, thumb construction instead of replacement could be considered.
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Münster, Waldeyer Str. 1, 48149 Münster, Germany; (S.O.)
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Zhong W, Tian W, Zhao J, Sun L, Guo Y, Yin Y, Zhang N. Nonvascularized Iliac Crest Bone Graft for Reconstruction of the First Metacarpal in Type IIIB Thumb Hypoplasia: A Radiographic Follow-Up Study. J Hand Surg Am 2023; 48:196.e1-196.e8. [PMID: 34887138 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2021.09.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2020] [Revised: 07/14/2021] [Accepted: 09/29/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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PURPOSE To present a radiographic follow-up study of the use of a nonvascularized iliac crest bone graft as a treatment for modified Blauth type IIIB thumb hypoplasia. METHODS From January 2015 to December 2019, nonvascularized iliac crest bone grafts were used to reconstruct the first metacarpal in 23 cases with type IIIB thumbs. The average follow-up duration was 1.9 years (range 1.0-3.9 years). We evaluated the patients' serial x-rays and measured the width and length changes of the reconstructed first metacarpals. RESULTS Survival of the graft, judged radiographically, was achieved in 20 cases (20/23, 87%), with an average reduction of 33% in the width of the graft. Shortening of the graft (average 2.3 mm, range 0.1-5.6 mm) was noted in 11 of the 20 cases, and an increase in the length of the graft (average 4.2 mm, range 0.7-8.6 mm) was observed in the other 9. Bone graft failure (3/23, 13%) occurred in 3 cases because of significant bone resorption. CONCLUSIONS For type IIIB thumb hypoplasia, a nonvascularized iliac crest bone graft was a feasible method to reconstruct the first metacarpal, with a 13% risk of graft failure, 33% average reduction in graft width, and 55% reduction in graft length. However, in cultures that value the preservation of a 5-digit hand, this technique may provide an alternative to excision with index pollicization. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic IV.
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- Wenyao Zhong
- Department of Hand Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing, China.
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing, China
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Sandvall B, Atkins S, McCombe D, Bellew M, Coombs CJ, Penington AJ. Satisfaction with Hand Appearance in Children with Index Pollicization for Thumb Hypoplasia. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 2022; 75:3234-3241. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2022.06.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2021] [Revised: 05/01/2022] [Accepted: 06/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Sletten IN, Røkkum M, Winge MI. Outcome After Pollicization for Congenital Thumb Deficiency: A Cohort Study of Cases in a Single Unit, 1987 to 2016. J Hand Surg Am 2022; 47:479.e1-479.e9. [PMID: 34274210 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2021.05.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2020] [Revised: 03/26/2021] [Accepted: 05/26/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To investigate the functional and aesthetic outcomes in a cohort with pollicizations performed due to congenital anomalies in our hospital. METHODS From 1987 to 2016, we performed pollicizations in 32 hands of children aged 1 to 8 years (median, 2 years). We followed-up on 31 of the hands from 1 to 31 years (median, 10 years) after the procedure. The participants and their caregivers self-assessed their function and appearance with visual analogue scales and patient-reported outcome measures (Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System Pediatric Upper Extremity; the short version of the Disability of Arm, Shoulder and Hand Outcome Measure; and EQ-5D-3L). We examined the hands with regard to motion, strength, sensitivity, and function. RESULTS There were 2 complications and 6 reoperations. Participants with mild anomalies (radial longitudinal deficiency Bayne type N/0 to 2) had better subjective and objective hand function than participants with severe anomalies (radial longitudinal deficiency Bayne type 3-4, ulnar dimelia, 5-finger hand). Hands with preoperatively near-normal index fingers had, in most cases, good thumb opposition and pinch, and hands in both groups benefited from the creation of a cylinder grip. Grip and pinch strength were lower than reported in cohort studies where an additional opponensplasty had been performed. CONCLUSIONS Hands with severe congenital anomalies also benefited from the procedure. We recommend a simplified follow-up program to identify cases where additional surgeries to enhance strength should be considered during growth of the child. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic IV.
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway; Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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Goldfarb CA, VanHeest A, James M. Paul R. Manske 2020 Award for the Best Upper-Extremity Congenital Research Manuscript. J Hand Surg Am 2021; 46:e11. [PMID: 34148791 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2021.04.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2021] [Revised: 04/23/2021] [Accepted: 04/27/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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- University of California Davis, Sacramento, CA; Shriners Hospitals for Children - Northern California, Sacramento, CA
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