Introduction: The amniotic band syndrome is an infrequent affection, of controversial aetiology, with extreme heterogeneous manifestations. Extremities are most frequently compromised and may be associated to other malformations. These newborns rarely need immediate surgery nevertheless the surgical indication must be timely and not postponed, which could mean loss of the extremity. Objective: To report 2 patients with the amniotic band syndrome, in whom casual early interventions were associated to a favorable prognosis. Case reports: We present two patients with an important delay in the referral to the specialist because of the preconceived myths that either full growth was necessary for definitive surgery (case 2) or that no possible treatment could be offered due to the severity of the diagnosis (case 1). All constricting bands were successfully and effectively released with multiple Z plasties with uneventful post operative evolution. Conclusion: We discuss and emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and intervention.