Outcomes of reconstruction of polydactyly among children in a tertiary health facility in China

Purpose: To evaluate the outcome of reconstruction of congenital bimanual polydactyly and bipedal polydactyly in children in a tertiary health facility in China. Methods: All 8 children diagnosed with polydactyly of hands and feet from March 31st of 2016 to April 1st of 2020 underwent surgical reconstruction and were followed up for 6 to 36 months. Evidence of family history and outcome of the surgical intervention in the hospital using Tada scoring were analyzed. Results: 7 of the patients had the same family history with the same diagnosis of the same symptom in their fathers, grandfather and great grandfather. All the incisions healed well, the appearance of both hands and feet was satisfactory, and the function was significantly improved. The children's hand shape was satisfactory and their motor function was better than that before operation. Conclusion: Congenital polydactyly of both hands and feet is rare and complex. As long as the timing and method of operation are properly chosen, both hands and feet can acquire good appearance and functions after operation