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Complete duplication of the middle phalanges of the hand

MedGen UID:
869689
Concept ID:
C4024117
Anatomical Abnormality
Synonym: Complete duplication of the middle bones of the hand
 
HPO: HP:0010002

Definition

A complete duplication affecting one or more of the middle phalanges of the hand. As opposed to a partial duplication were there is still a variable degree of fusion between the duplicated bones, a complete duplication leads to two separate bones appearing side to side (radio-ulnar axis) as seen on x-rays. A duplication leading to an accessory bone appearing in the proximo-distal axis on x-rays, this is actually a different entity called a pseudoepiphysis (see corresponding terms) sometimes also referred to as hyperphalangism. [from HPO]

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