After the birth of a child with a forelimb unilateral agenesis, the first consultation is of cardinal importance for the family. It should take place as soon as possible. The major point to be emphasized is that the child, although different, must not be considered as handicapped. If the aesthetic prejudice is evident, the functional incapacity is limited to some specific situations. In practice, the child with or without a prosthesis will have the same autonomy as children of the same age. A first prosthesis is usually proposed at 6 or 7 months of age. The child will wear the prosthesis more or less easily depending mainly upon the family attitude. It is recommended that the family have access to a medical team including a psychologist and an occupational therapist.
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