Symphalangism | Radiology Reference Article - Radiopaedia.org
网页2024年7月8日 · Symphalangism refers to ankylosis or synostosis of the interphalangeal joints (i.e. fusion of the phalanges) in either the toes or the fingers. Less commonly, the metacarpophalangeal joints may be affected.
Symphalangism (stiff fingers) | Congenital Hand and Arm …
网页2021年12月29日 · Symphalangism is a rare birth anomaly of the fingers which literally means: joined bones. Most commonly, it refers to an ankylosis (bony union) or fibrous tissue union of the finger bones preventing finger motion. It can be …
Symphalangism - Hand - Orthobullets
网页2021年5月22日 · 1. Images. Introduction. Congenital digital stiffness that comes in two forms. hereditary symphalangism. nonherediatry symphalangism. Epidemiology. Anatomic location. more common in ulnar digits.
Classification and Surgical Treatment of Symphalangism in ...
网页2012年2月20日 · Symphalangism is a rare congenital difference characterized by ankylosis of interphalangeal (IP) joints of the fingers and toes. In adults, there were several attempts to restore the stiff joints into mobile ones, but these treatment options resulted in poor outcomes and could not be applied to growing children.
Symphalangism | Radiology Reference Article | Radiopaedia.org
网页Symphalangism refers to ankylosis or synostosis of the interphalangeal joints (i.e. fusion of the phalanges) in either the toes or the fingers. Less commonly, the metacarpophalangeal joints may be affected. Epidemiology. One study reports symphalangism of the fifth toe in ~55% (range 40-75%) of the population.
Proximal symphalangism | About the Disease | GARD - Genetic …
网页Proximal symphalangism, which is also called Cushing's symphalangism, is a rare genetic condition characterized by the fusion of the proximal joints in the hands and feet. These individuals usually have straight fingers and are unable to make a fist. Other joints may also be affected, leading to stiff joints in the elbows, ankles and wrists.
American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - LWW
网页Symphalangism is a rare condition characterized by ankylosis of the interphalangeal joints. This autosomal dominant disorder was first described by Harvey Cushing in 1916. 1 Recent molecular studies have revealed that the causative abnormal genes are localized on chromosome 17q22.
SYMPHALANGISM | Hand Surgery Resource
网页Symphalangism is a rare, congenital, autosomal dominant disorder of the middle phalanx characterized by ankylosis of either the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) or distal interphalangeal (DIP) joints of the finger(s), with PIP involvement being more common.
Symphalangism - SpringerLink
网页2017年6月28日 · Symphalangism is a rare congenital condition characterized by stiffness of the digits caused by ankylosis of the interphalangeal joints of the fingers and toes. Symphalangism was first described by Harvey Cushing in 1916.
True Symphalangism of All Bilateral Proximal Interphalangeal Joints ...
网页2021年5月10日 · Symphalangism is a rare genetic condition characterized by ankylosis of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) or/and distal interphalangeal (DIP) joints. The patient presented with fused bilateral PIP joints and poor flexion, and an unsatisfactory range of motion (ROM) in the metacarpophalangeal (MP) and DIP joints.