Wassel classification

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The Wassel classification is used to categorise radial polydactyly, based upon the most proximal level of skeletal duplication. [1]

Classification

TypeLevel of duplication
IDistal phalanx
II Interphalangeal joint
IIIProximal phalanx
IV Metacarpophalangeal joint
VMetacarpal
VI Carpometacarpal joint
VIITriphalangia

References

  1. "Orthobullets" . Retrieved 27 October 2014.