Amniotic Band Syndrome



Amniotic Band Syndrome (ABS) is an uncommon congenital abnormality that causes entrapment of fetal parts (usually a limb or digits) in fibrous amniotic bands while in utero. It can result in disfigured feet. ABS affects about one in every 1,200 births and is believed to be the cause of 178 in 10,000 miscarriages. Some researchers believe that ABS is caused by early amniotic rupture, which leads to the formation of fibrous strands that entangle limbs and appendages. Treatment may include surgical excision of the fibrous band and any necrotic tissue.

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Warwick Office
400 Bald Hill Road
Suite 503
Warwick, RI 02886
(401) 738-7750
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Middletown Office
850 Aquidneck Avenue
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 849-2157
(401) 848-8441 fax

Fall River Office
300 Hanover St. Suite 4B
Fall River, MA 02720
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Cardiac Center
208 Collyer Street, 3rd floor
Providence RI
401-793-2960

St. Annes Hospital
795 Middle Street
Fall River, MA 02721-1798
508-674-560

Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island
111 Brewster Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
401-729-2000

Charlton Memorial Hospital
363 Highland Ave.
Fall River, MA 02720
508-679-3131

Kent Hospital
455 Tollgate Rd.
Warwick, RI, 02886
401-737-7000

Blackstone Valley Surgicare
1526 Atwood Ave. #300
Johnston RI, 02919-3289
401-459-3800

Newport Hospital
11 Friendship Street
Newport, RI 02840-2299
401-846-6400