Congenital hand and forearm anomalies.

Congenital anomalies of the hand and forearm remain a continuing challenge for the patient and the patient's family. Health care professionals, including the pediatrician, the orthopedic surgeon, and the hand surgeon, all have roles to play in the treatment of these patients. This article reviews the literature for the past year with special emphasis on recent developments in the genetic transmission of some of these interesting congenital differences.