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Polydactyly classification system

The Wassel classification is used to categorise radial polydactyly, based upon the most proximal level of skeletal duplication.

Classification

Type Level of duplication
I Distal phalanx
II Interphalangeal joint
III Proximal phalanx
IV Metacarpophalangeal joint
V Metacarpal
VI Carpometacarpal joint
VII Triphalangia

References

  1. "Orthobullets". Retrieved 27 October 2014.
Congenital malformations and deformations of musculoskeletal system / musculoskeletal abnormality
Appendicular
limb / dysmelia
Arms
clavicle / shoulder
hand deformity
Leg
hip
knee
foot deformity
Either / both
fingers and toes
reduction deficits / limb
multiple joints
Axial
Skull and face
Craniosynostosis
Craniofacial dysostosis
other
Vertebral column
Thoracic skeleton
ribs:
sternum:
other:
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