Hand Deformities
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Alterations or deviations from normal shape or size which result in a disfigurement of the hand. |
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GEN or unspecified only; prefer specifics |
Hand Deformities Categories.
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Hand Deformities, Acquired - Deformities of the hand, or a part of the hand, acquired after birth as the result of injury or disease. |
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Hand Deformities, Congenital - Alterations or deviations from normal shape or size which result in a disfigurement of the hand occurring at or before birth. |
Hand Deformities Definitions and Terms
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