What is simian crease?

Also known as: single transverse palmar crease, STPC

Simian crease is an older name for a condition now more commonly called single transverse palmar crease, or STPC. It refers to a single crease across the palm of the hand. In most individuals, there are two slightly offset creases across the palm.

Reviewed by: Katherine Schain, M.S., CGC

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