[Congenital digital syndactylia (author's transl)].

Congenital syndactylia of the fingers are discussed and the differential diagnosis is presented. While correction may be required for functional or easthetic purposes, the age of 4-6 years is recommended as the optimum time for correction. Early surgical treatment may be needed in cases of Apert's syndrome and in the case of congenital annular scars (amniotic bands). The operative technique is carefully described and general anaesthesia and exsanguination is recommended. Post-operative management is of equal importance and the fingers are dressed with vaseline gauze and a compression bandage. The author's experience is limited to 65 syndactylia operations and in only 3 of these was a repeat procedure necessary.