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Incomplete duplication of a lower extremity (polymelia): A case report

Abstract:

Introduction. Polymelia, or congenital duplication of a limb, is an extremely rare entity in humans, with few cases reported in the literature. Case presentation. We present the case of a six-month-old Hispanic boy born with a lower limb bud on the left posterior thigh. Conclusion: The infant had a favorable outcome and evolution after surgical treatment of his supernumerary limb, with no after-effects or impairment whatsoever. © 2014 Montalvo et al.; licensee BioMed Central Ltd.

Año de publicación:

2014

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    Fuente:

    scopusscopus

    Tipo de documento:

    Article

    Estado:

    Acceso abierto

    Áreas de conocimiento:

      Áreas temáticas:

      • Ginecología, obstetricia, pediatría, geriatría
      • Enfermedades
      • Cirugía y especialidades médicas afines

      Contribuidores:

      Nelson F. MontalvoNelson F. Montalvo
      Espín V.H.Espín V.H.
      Redroban L.Redroban L.