congenital hand differences

Congenital hand differences are conditions present at birth that affect the shape, size, or function of the hand and fingers. These variations can include missing fingers or parts of fingers, extra fingers, fingers that are fused together (syndactyly), or unusually shaped bones. They happen due to genetic factors or issues during early development in the womb. While some differences are minor, others may impact hand function or appearance. Treatment depends on the specific condition and may involve surgery, therapy, or prosthetics to improve movement and functionality.