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	You are in Foot Problems > Deformities > Amniotic Band Syndrome. Amniotic Band Syndrome  •   Bunions  •   Claw Toe  •   Clubfoot  •   Dysplasia  •   Enchondroma  •   Flat Feet  •   Gordon Syndrome  •   Haglund's Deformity  •   Hallux Rigidis  •   Hallux Limitus  •   Hallux Varus  •   Hammertoes  •   Jackson Weiss Syndrome  •   Mallet Toes  •   Metatarsalgia  •   osteomyelitis  •   Overlapping, Underlapping Toes  •   Peroneal Tendon Dislocation/Dysfunction  •   Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction  •   Sesamoiditis  •   Spurs  •   Tarsal Coalition Deformities - Amniotic Band Syndrome Amniotic band syndrome (ABS) is an uncommon, congenital fetal abnormality that causes disfigured feet. Some researchers believe that ABS is caused by early amniotic rupture, which leads to the formation of fibrous strands that entangle limbs and appendages. Contact our office to discuss treatment options, which may include surgical excision of the fibrous band and any necrotic tissue. Copyright ©2008 Officite The human foot has been called the mirror of health. Foot doctors, or doctors of podiatric medicine (DPMs), are often the first doctors to see signs of such systemic conditions as diabetes, arthritis, and circulatory disease in the foot. Among these signs are dry skin, brittle nails, burning and tingling sensations, feelings of cold, numbness, and discoloration. Always seek professional care when these signs appear.