Parenting stress in mothers of children with congenital hand or foot differences and its effect on the surgical decision-making for their children.

The assessment of parenting stress levels in the mothers of children with congenital hand or foot differences can play an important role in the screening of candidates who require psychiatric treatment or support. An evaluation of the PSI in mothers of children with congenital hand or foot differences may aid physicians to modify their style of decision-making based on the preferred role of the mother. Level of evidence: Level IV Therapeutic study.