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Amniotic Band Syndrome Wikipedia

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Description: Amniotic band syndrome (ABS), also called amniotic band constriction, amniotic band sequence, Streeter dysplasia, congenital constriction bands or rings, and amniotic deformity adhesions mutilations (ADAM), is a congenital disorder caused by entrapment of fetal parts (usually a limb or digits) in fibrous amniotic bands while in utero.

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Added: Fri Aug 07 2009