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Brachydactyly type D, also known as short thumb, [3] [1] stub thumb, [5] [6] or clubbed thumb, [5] [6] is a genetic trait recognised by a thumb being relatively short and round with an accompanying wider nail bed. The distal phalanx of such thumbs is approximately two-thirds the length of full-length thumbs.
Facial features (A), left hand and feet showing broad thumb and big toes (B, C) and X-ray of both hands showing short broad thumbs (D). (Limb Malformations & Skeletal Dysplasia) Rubinstein–Taybi syndrome presents itself from birth, and is usually hallmarked by delayed physical and cognitive growth. [citation needed]
Roberts reported a disease that was characterized by phocomelia, cleft lip, cleft palate, and a protrusion of the intermaxillary region in three siblings of an Italian couple who were first cousins, which made Roberts syndrome acquisition more likely for their children due to the disease's autosomal recessive nature.
In 1999, Time placed Shoe-Store X Rays on a list of the 100 worst ideas of the 20th century. [29] [30] A shoe-fitting fluoroscope appeared on a 2011 episode of the History series American Restoration. [31] Its radionuclide source was found to be so dangerous that it was removed and replaced with a static X-ray. [32]
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Thumbs are defined as unacceptable if IP joint deviation exceeds 15 degrees, MCP joint deviation exceeds 30 degrees, and thumb size is inappropriate based on the examiner's assessment. Also, thumb size one-third greater or less than the contralateral thumb is defined as unacceptable. [12]
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In most cases, children born with symbrachydactyly are able to adapt to their physical limitations and experience a fully functional life with no treatment. Most children with this condition can use their hands well enough to do all the usual things children do. [3] Possible treatment includes surgery or a routine of regularly stretching the ...