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Also known as: fifth-finger clinodactyly, curvature of the finger, curved finger
Clinodactyly refers to curvature of a finger in the plane of the palm. The condition most commonly affects the pinky finger.
Usually, clinodactyly is caused by a developmental defect in the bones of the finger. This defect results in a bone that is wedge-shaped instead of rectangular. Clinodactyly often runs in families and is passed down from parents to children.
The abnormalities of the hand are the primary symptoms of the disorder. There is usually not pain associated with these deformities, though difficulty using the hand and pain can occur in severe cases.
If the problems are minor, no treatment may be needed. In more severe cases, surgery may be indicated to resolve problems related to clinodactyly.
Reviewed by: Aaron J Berger, MD
This page was last updated on: June 21, 2022 02:59 PM
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