Synonyms: skeletal dysplasia, osteochondrodystrophy
The skeletal dysplasias (osteochondrodysplasias) are a heterogeneous group of more than 350 disorders characterised by abnormalities of cartilage and bone growth resulting in abnormal shape and size of the skeleton and disproportion of the long bones, spine, and head. They are frequently associated with orthopaedic complications and varying degrees of short stature. They also can be associated with a variety of orthopaedic, neurological, auditory, visual, pulmonary, cardiac, renal, and psychological complications.
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