What is the meaning for ABS. One of our Aunty's son went for Asian gastro in secunderabad. All reports r normal. And he has abs that is also doubtedly they said. Is it curable or non curable.

Dr. S.K. TandonSexologist5yrs exp

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Amniotic band constriction (also known as "amniotic band syndrome" "ADAM complex" "Amniotic band sequence" "Congenital constriction bands" and "Pseudoainhum") is a congenital disorder caused by entrapment of fetal parts (usually a limb or digits) in fibrous amniotic bands while in utero. The commonly accepted view is that ABS occurs when the inner membrane (amnion) ruptures without injury to the outer membrane (chorion), this exposes the baby to fibrous sticky tissue (bands) from the ruptured amnion which can float in the waters of the uterus, these fibrous tissues can entangle the baby reducing blood. Treatment usually occurs after birth and where plastic and reconstructive surgery is considered to treat the resulting deformity. Plastic surgery ranges from simple to complex depending on the extent of the deformity. Physical and occupational therapy may be needed long term.  

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