Gliedmaßenfehlbildungen
Gliedmaßenfehlbildungen, also known as limb malformations, are congenital conditions affecting the development of the arms or legs. These can range from minor differences in size or shape to the complete absence of a limb. They occur during embryonic development, typically in the first trimester of pregnancy, when the limb buds are forming. The exact causes are often unknown, but genetic factors, environmental exposures like certain medications or infections, and maternal health conditions can play a role.
Common types of limb malformations include amelia (complete absence of a limb), meromelia (partial absence of
Diagnosis is usually made at birth, but prenatal ultrasound can sometimes detect severe malformations before birth.