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Claw Hand
DefinitionClaw hand is a condition characterized by curved or bent fingers, which makes it appear like the claw of an animal. See also claw foot.
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Overview & Considerations
Claw hand can be something that a child is born with (congenital), or it can develop as a consequence of certain disorders (acquired).
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Review Date : 2/12/2003
Reviewed By : Andrew L. Chen, M.D., M.S., Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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