Congenital amputation
Congenital amputation is a condition where a fetus or newborn is missing a limb or part of a limb at birth. This condition can affect any limb, but it is most common in the arms.
Pronunciation
/kənˈdʒɛnɪtəl æmpjʊˈteɪʃən/
Etymology
The term "congenital amputation" is derived from the Latin words "congenitus," meaning "born with," and "amputare," meaning "to cut off."
Definition
Congenital amputation is a birth defect where a child is born without a limb or limbs, or with a limb or limbs that are underdeveloped. This can occur as a result of the fetus's limbs not developing properly during pregnancy, or due to complications such as Amniotic Band Syndrome or VACTERL association.
Causes
The exact cause of congenital amputation is often unknown. However, it is believed to be caused by a disruption in the blood supply to the fetus's limbs during development. This can occur due to a variety of factors, including genetic abnormalities, maternal illness or infection, or exposure to certain drugs or toxins.
Related Terms
- Amniotic Band Syndrome: A condition where strands of the amniotic sac separate and entangle digits, limbs, or other parts of the fetus.
- VACTERL association: A non-random association of birth defects that affects multiple parts of the body.
- Phocomelia: A condition where the arms or legs (or both) are severely shortened and the hands or feet are attached to the body like flippers.
- Prosthesis: An artificial body part, often used to replace a limb that is missing due to amputation.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Congenital amputation
- Wikipedia's article - Congenital amputation
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