Congenital constriction band syndrome is a sporadic condition that may also be present in association with other congenital anomalies. It has an incidence varying from one in 1200 to one in 15,000 live births. There is a significant predilection for the upper extremities and distal limbs. The two main objectives for the treatment of congenital constriction band syndrome are improvement of function and improvement of cosmetic appearance. Different surgical techniques, such as Z-plasty, have been described and used for decades; however, direct closure after the excision of the constricting band seems to be the simplest and most appropriate, allowing the fatty tissue to naturally reposition itself under the skin. This technique is used in a twostage approach to avoid affecting distal circulation to the limb. Key Words: Amniotic bands; Congenital constriction band syndrome; Direct closure; Z-plastyCorrection chirurgicale du syndrome des brides amniotiques chez les enfants : Remplacement de la plastie en Z par une fermeture directe Le syndrome des brides amniotiques est une maladie sporadique qui peut également se manifester en association avec d'autres anomalies congéni-tales. Son incidence varie de 1 pour 1 200 à 1 pour 15 000 naissances vivantes. La maladie semble affecter significativement plus les membres supérieurs et les extrémités. Le principal objectif du traitement du syndrome des brides amniotiques est l'amélioration à la fois fonctionnelle et esthétique. Différentes techniques chirurgicales, comme la plastie en Z, ont été décrites et sont utilisées depuis des décennies. Toutefois, la fermeture directe après excision des brides constrictives semble plus simple et plus appropriée, car elle permet une répartition plus naturelle des tissus adipeux sous la peau. Cette approche s'applique en deux étapes pour éviter d'affecter la circulation distale dans les membres.
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