EC Orthopaedics

Ectrodactyly is a rare congenital malformation of the limbs, of variable severity, affecting more specifically the central rays of the autopod. Diagnosis is possible in antenatal by obstetrical ultrasound and radiological examinations are requested as part of the pre-therapeutic assessment in order to judge the possibility of a surgical intervention which may be indicated in severe forms in order to improve the functioning of the affected limbs.

Keywords: Ectrodactyly; Lobster Claw; Congenital Malformation; Case Report

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