Congenital Digit Deformities: Camptodactyly, Clinodactyly, Brachydactyly, Macrodactyly, and Symphalangism

Congenital deformities of the digits can greatly impact hand function, aesthetics, and psychosocial well-being. Given the hand's crucial role in fine motor activity and social interaction, even subtle abnormalities can prompt clinical evaluation. This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of five congenital digit deformities (camptodactyly, clinodactyly, brachydactyly, macrodactyly, and symphalangism), with emphasis on their clinical presentation, underlying etiologies, diagnostic evaluation, and management strategies.