Abstract:Background: Type B ulnar polydactyly is one of the most commonly encountered congenital hand differences and can be treated with ligation or excision. The purpose of this study was to determine what factors families consider in selecting treatment for their child with type B ulnar polydactyly. Methods: We reviewed treatment outcomes and administered a survey by telephone to parents of children with type B ulnar polydactyly treated at a pediatric hospital between 2015 and 2020. We assessed satisfaction, reasons… Show more
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